Creating a Menu Item Add Custom Menu Items in Google Sheets with Apps Script

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Custom menu items can enhance user experience. Here’s how to add one:

Step-by-Step Guide:

  1. Open the Script Editor:
    • Navigate to Extensions > Apps Script.
  2. Write the Menu Script:

function onOpen() {
var ui = SpreadsheetApp.getUi();
ui.createMenu(‘Custom Menu’)
.addItem(‘Show Alert’, ‘showAlert’)
.addToUi();
}

function showAlert() {
SpreadsheetApp.getUi().alert(‘Hello, world!’);
}

  1. Refresh the Sheet:
    • Reload your Google Sheet to see the new menu.

Explanation:

  • onOpen Trigger: Adds a custom menu when the sheet is opened.
  • Menu Item: Adds an item that triggers the showAlert function.