About the IMPORTRANGE Function
Overview of IMPORTRANGE
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=IMPORTRANGE( spreadsheet_url, range_string ) Summary The IMPORTRANGE function imports data from a specified range in another Google Sheet. It simplifies data sharing between different files. |
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When to Use IMPORTRANGE
- When you want to automatically update data from another sheet.
- When consolidating data across multiple sheets.
- When integrating shared data for team collaboration.
How to Use IMPORTRANGE
The following example demonstrates the basic usage of the IMPORTRANGE function.
| A | B | C | |
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| 1 | Spreadsheet URL | Data Range | Result |
| 2 | https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/abcd1234 | Sheet1!A1:B10 | =IMPORTRANGE(A2, B2) |
Results
- Based on the URL in cell A2 and the range “Sheet1!A1:B10” in cell B2, data is imported from another spreadsheet.
- The imported data dynamically updates whenever the source spreadsheet is modified.
Advanced Examples of IMPORTRANGE
IMPORTRANGE can be combined with other functions to perform more powerful operations.
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| 1 | Spreadsheet URL | Data Range | Filter | Result |
| 2 | https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/abcd1234 | Sheet1!A1:B10 | Score | =QUERY(IMPORTRANGE(A2, B2), “SELECT Col1, Col2 WHERE Col2 > 50”) |
Results
- The IMPORTRANGE function imports data and the QUERY function filters rows where scores are greater than 50.
- Dynamic data filtering is achieved efficiently.
List of Queries Used in the QUERY Function
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Points to Note
- Access permissions must be granted the first time data is imported from another spreadsheet.
- The range must include the sheet name (e.g., Sheet1!A1:B10).
- If the source spreadsheet is deleted or permissions are changed, an error will occur.
Conclusion
- The IMPORTRANGE function simplifies data sharing and consolidation between different spreadsheets.
- Combining it with other functions like QUERY allows for flexible data manipulation.
- Supports dynamic updates, making it ideal for project management and team collaboration.