How to Create a Website Monitoring Tool with Google Sheets and Apps Script
In the digital age, website uptime is critical for businesses and individuals alike. Downtime can lead to lost revenue, decreased user trust, and lower search engine rankings. While there are many website monitoring services available, they often come with a cost. But what if I told you that you can create your own website monitoring tool using tools you're likely already familiar with, such as Google Sheets and Google Apps Script? In this blog post, I'll walk you through the steps to set up your own monitoring system, complete with email notifications for any downtime
Streamlining AppSheet: A Guide to Removing Unused Images with Google Apps Script
In the realm of app development and management, efficiency is key. For those utilizing AppSheet, Google's no-code platform for app creation, maintaining a clean and optimized application can significantly impact performance and user experience. A common challenge faced by developers and project managers alike is the accumulation of unused images within their applications. These digital remnants, if left unchecked, can clutter your project and slow down your application. In this blog post, we will explore a practical solution to this problem using Google Apps Script. The Challenge of Unused Images As applications evolve, images and
How to Automate Currency Conversion in Google Sheets
This guide takes you through integrating the ExchangeRate-API, a robust and free currency conversion API, directly into your spreadsheets. Whether you're managing financial portfolios, tracking international sales, or simply planning a trip, our tutorial ensures you have access to real-time currency conversion rates right at your fingertips. By the end of this walkthrough, you'll be equipped with the knowledge to set up your Google Sheet with base and target currencies and execute a custom script to fetch and apply up-to-the-minute exchange rates to your data. Automating Currency Exchange with Google Apps Script Google Apps Script