Automate Your Spreadsheets with Google Sheets Magic

Google Sheets is more powerful than most people realize, especially when you combine built-in functions with Google Apps Script. Learn how to automate repetitive tasks and create intelligent spreadsheets that work for you.

Powerful Built-in Functions

Use QUERY function for SQL-like data manipulation:
=QUERY(A1:D100, 'SELECT A, B WHERE C > 50 ORDER BY B DESC')
Combine IMPORTRANGE with FILTER to pull and filter data from multiple sheets automatically.

Google Apps Script Automation

Create custom functions with Google Apps Script to automate complex tasks. Write scripts that automatically format data, send email notifications, or update multiple sheets at once. Use Triggers to run scripts on schedule or when data changes.

Advanced Data Validation

Set up custom formulas in data validation to create intelligent dropdowns that change based on other cells. Use conditional formatting with custom formulas to highlight important data automatically.

Pro Tip: Use Named Ranges in your formulas to make them more readable and easier to maintain. This is especially important when working with complex automation scripts.