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KMZ at a glance
KMZ
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KML at a glance
KML
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Format comparison
| Feature | KMZ | KML |
|---|---|---|
| File type | Other | Other |
| Status | active | active |
| Transparency | Not supported | Not supported |
| Animation | Not supported | Not supported |
| Primary use cases |
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| Vector scaling | Not supported | Supported |
| Reflowable text | Not supported | Not supported |
| Structured data | Supported | Supported |
| Streaming ready | Not supported | Not supported |
When to use each format
When to use KMZ
- Your source file is already in KMZ.
- Preserve source expectations before exporting to KML.
- KMZ is commonly used in other workflows.
When to use KML
- Your target workflow expects KML.
- Improve delivery compatibility with KML.
- KML is commonly used in other workflows.
FAQs
Why convert KMZ to KML?
This conversion is usually chosen when KML fits downstream other delivery better.
What changes when converting KMZ to KML?
This conversion changes how the format behaves in downstream tools and delivery environments.
Moving to KML adds vector scaling.
What should I review after converting KMZ to KML?
Validate output quality on representative files and confirm the target format behaves correctly in the destination workflow.