Creating a Reminder System Build a Reminder System with Google Apps Script

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Set up automated reminders based on your Google Sheets data:

Step-by-Step Guide:

  1. Set Up Your Spreadsheet:
    • Ensure it contains columns for reminder details.
  2. Open the Script Editor:
    • Navigate to Extensions > Apps Script.
  3. Write the Reminder Script:

function sendReminders() {
var sheet = SpreadsheetApp.getActiveSpreadsheet().getActiveSheet();
var data = sheet.getDataRange().getValues();
var now = new Date();
for (var i = 1; i < data.length; i++) {
var email = data[i][0];
var reminderDate = new Date(data[i][1]);
if (reminderDate <= now) {
MailApp.sendEmail(email, ‘Reminder’, ‘This is your reminder!’);
}
}
}

  1. Run the Script:
    • Save and run the sendReminders function.

Explanation:

  • Reminder Logic: Checks if the reminder date has passed and sends an email.