Automate Google Sheets with a Data Entry Form with Google Apps Script

Published: 18 September 2023
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In this step-by-step tutorial, you'll learn how to set up a powerful data entry system in Google Sheets using Google Apps Script. We'll create a Google Sheet with two tabs: one for a data entry form and another for storing the entered data.

Here's what we'll cover:

Setting Up Your Google Sheet:

Create a Google Sheet with two tabs: "Data Entry" and "Data Storage."
Set up columns for ID, Name, Date of Joining, and Type of Employment (permanent/temporary) in both tabs.
Creating the Data Entry Form:

Design a user-friendly data entry form in the "Data Entry" tab.
Add input fields for ID, Name, Date of Joining, and a dropdown for Type of Employment.
Implement buttons for adding, editing, deleting, clearing, and searching data.
Writing Google Apps Script:

Use Google Apps Script to automate data handling.
Create a script that captures the form data and appends it to the "Data Storage" tab when the "Add" button is clicked.
Implement functions for editing, deleting, clearing, and searching data in the "Data Storage" tab.
Testing and Troubleshooting:

Test your data entry form and script to ensure everything works smoothly.
Troubleshoot common issues and errors you might encounter.
By the end of this tutorial, you'll have a functional data entry system in Google Sheets that allows you to easily add, edit, delete, clear, and search for data. Whether you're managing employee records, inventory, or any other data, this tutorial will help streamline your workflow.

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