Google Apps Script

Objective: Write a script to add contacts from a Google Sheet into Google Contacts, checking for duplicates to avoid redundant entries. Steps: Ensure your Google Sheet includes columns for First Name, Last Name, and Email. Open Extensions > Apps Script. Replace the existing code with: function syncContacts() {  const sheet = SpreadsheetApp.getActiveSpreadsheet().getActiveSheet();  const data = … Read more

Efficiency is key in any business setting, and automation can play a pivotal role in streamlining repetitive tasks. One common administrative task is the generation of documents for records or communications based on data collected in spreadsheets. In this blog post, we will discuss how to use Google Apps Script to automatically generate Google Docs … Read more

The syncToCalendar() function in Google Apps Script is designed to sync events from a Google Sheet to the user’s default Google Calendar. Here’s a detailed breakdown of how the function operates: Key Assumptions Potential Improvements Sample Data Table in Sheets Here’s an example of how the data in your Google Sheet might look: Event Title … Read more

Efficient task management is crucial for both personal productivity and team collaboration. As tasks are completed, managing and archiving them effectively can help maintain a clear and focused workflow. In this blog post, we will explore how to automate the process of moving completed tasks from an active task list to a completed archive using … Read more

In the fast-paced world of data analysis and reporting, providing regular updates and summaries is crucial for staying informed and making informed decisions. However, manually compiling and sending weekly data summaries can be time-consuming and prone to errors. Fortunately, with the power of Google Sheets and Gmail, you can automate this process, ensuring that stakeholders … Read more

In today’s fast-paced world, managing contact information efficiently is crucial for staying connected with friends, family, and colleagues. With the power of Google Sheets and Google Contacts, you can automate the process of syncing contact information, ensuring that your contact list is always up to date. In this blog post, we’ll explore how to automate … Read more

Introduction: In today’s digital age, personalization is key to maintaining connections, whether it’s with friends, family, or colleagues. One way to add a personal touch is by sending birthday greetings. However, manually keeping track of everyone’s birthdays and sending emails can be time-consuming and prone to errors. Fortunately, with the power of Google Sheets and … Read more

Here’s a Google Apps Script code to create 3 Google Docs with some random content within each function createBlogPosts() { var docTitles = [“Blog Post 1”, “Blog Post 2”, “Blog Post 3”]; // Loop through each title to create a document for (var i = 0; i < docTitles.length; i++) { var doc = DocumentApp.create(docTitles[i]); … Read more

Simplifying Google Apps Script to Convert PDF to Text please note Google’s OCR can read the text. The quality of the OCR results can vary based on the PDF content, such as images or scanned documents. You need to enable Drive Service V3 https://developers.google.com/apps-script/advanced/drive In this blog post, we’ll explore how to use Google Apps … Read more