Google (Static Maps API) Grid Layer Example

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Using the Google Static Maps API with a Grid Layer.

A Grid layer with a custom getURL method can be used to request static maps for a specific extent and zoom level. The Google Static Maps API is the most reliable way to get Google base maps in OpenLayers. Note, however, that this is limited to 1000 page views per viewer. Every map center or zoom level change increases the page view counter by 1.