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Apps Script

Apps Script automates Sheets with JavaScript.

Beginner 10 min read Lesson 5 of 150 Challenge included
What you will be able to do
  • Open Extensions > Apps Script.
  • Use SpreadsheetApp.
  • Run on a trigger.

In plain English

Apps Script automates Sheets with JavaScript.

  • Open Extensions > Apps Script.
  • Use SpreadsheetApp.
  • Run on a trigger.
Code.jsJavaScript
function addRow() {
  const sheet = SpreadsheetApp.getActiveSheet()
  sheet.appendRow([new Date(), 'CSS', 18])
}
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Answer from memory: Which object accesses the active sheet?

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Which object accesses the active sheet?

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