Click File > New local KML file (or press Control + K). Alternatively, click + New, then select Local KML file in the dialog that pops up, then click Create. Rename the new KML file you are creating. Click ⋮ Show more options > Rename, type the the name of the file, then click Enter. Ensure that you are in the 2D view. If you are in the 3D view, the Google Maps Content Partners (GMCP) team ...