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How to Use Google Sheets as a Website Database

Did you know you can use Google Apps Script to turn a Google Sheet into a free, auto-syncing database for your website? This guide shows you exactly how to set it up. You’ll prepare your spreadsheet, write a few lines of code and publish your site. Don’t worry if you’re not a developer, we’ll walk you through it. Why Use Google Sheets as a Database? For small projects, Google Sheets offers many advantages over traditional databases: * Free hosting and storage * Easy to edit data without...

Feb 11, 2026

Build a CRM in Google Sheets in Under 20 Minutes (No Code Needed)

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to manage relationships, sales leads, outreach campaigns, or even press contacts—this video is going to be a game-changer. In it, you’ll learn how to build your very own CRM (Customer Relationship Manager) entirely inside Google Sheets. It’s fast, functional, and flexible. No need for clunky software, expensive subscriptions, or unnecessary features—just a clean spreadsheet that does exactly what you need it to do. We start with the basics: names, ema...

May 1, 2025

Automate Your Expense Tracking in Google Sheets: A Step-by-Step Guide

You can turn a manual chore into an efficient, automated workflow, allowing you to focus on your financial goals. As we usher in a new year, it's time to get our finances in perfect order. There's no better way to start than by automating our expense tracking in Google Sheets. This guide will walk you through some incredible automations that will transform your manual entries into a smooth and efficient process. Set Up Your Expense Sheet Transform negative to positive values by refining y...

Jan 19, 2025

Protect Your Formulas from Accidental Deletion in Google Sheets

Ever spent hours crafting the perfect formula in Google Sheets, only to accidentally delete it? It's a frustrating experience that can derail your productivity. Fear not! In this guide, we'll unveil some clever tricks to safeguard your hard work.

Oct 30, 2024

How To Make That Viral Growing Plant Progress Chart

Imagine checking off tasks and seeing a cute little plant sprout right before your eyes. That's exactly what we're going to create today!

Oct 28, 2024

Word Tracker and Progress Tracker in Google Sheets

Ever dreamed of having a personal writing assistant right there in your Google Sheets? Imagine tracking your word count, setting goals, and watching your progress grow – all without leaving your favourite spreadsheet app. Well, your dream is about to come true! In this post, we're going to show you how to create your very own word counter and goal tracker using Google Sheets. It's super easy to set up, completely customizable, and perfect for keeping you motivated on your writing journey. L...

Oct 21, 2024

5 Ways to Combine Names in Google Sheets

Ever found yourself stuck in a loop of copying and pasting names in Google Sheets? Let's face it, it's a task that can feel like a never-ending chore. But fear not, because I've got your back! So, we're diving into the world of Google Sheets and exploring five super-easy ways to combine first and last names into a single cell. No more manual labor, no more headaches. Imagine being able to whip up a list of full names in seconds, instead of spending hours on it. Sounds like a dream, right? We...

Oct 16, 2024

5 More Fixes For Your Spreadsheets

Hi, Andrew Kamphey here with Better Sheets, dedicated to helping you improve your Google Sheets every single day. Last time, I shared five ways to fix your sheets. So now, I've got five more tips to make your sheets even better. Let's dive right in! Change the Background Color Let's start by talking about color. While changing the font color is important, altering the background color can make a significant difference too, just follow these steps: 1. Select the entire background. 2. Hit...

Oct 14, 2024

Discover Misspelled Duplicates

The built-in feature can sometimes miss duplicates that have subtle differences, such as variations in spacing or formatting. Our formula-based approach, on the other hand, provides a more granular level of control

Sep 23, 2024

Easiest Mistakes to Make In Spreadsheets

When you start mixing unrelated data in the same rows or columns, it becomes harder to follow what’s going on.

Sep 20, 2024

Name Match: Who's In and Who's Out

Let's say you have a master list with over 700 names and a new list from a recent meeting containing 175 names. How will you identify which names from the new list aren't on the master list so they can be added.

Sep 18, 2024

Sensational Spreadsheet Styling

Not only do they need to be accurate and efficient, but they should also look beautiful and eye-catching.

Sep 16, 2024