Google Sheets Integration

Want your spreadsheets to work smarter? Connect Google Sheets to SmythOS and let your agents read, write, and automate data in real time.

TL;DR

Link your Google Account to SmythOS in a few steps. Then, use our Google Sheets components to enable your agents to automate various spreadsheet tasks and reduce manual data entry.

List of Google Sheets Components

Quickly compare Sheets components by what they do, how to use them, and their key I/O. Click any component name to jump directly to its detailed guide. Here’s what's available:

Component	Action	What it Does	Inputs	Key Outputs	Use Case
Get Values	Read	Reads values from a defined range.	required `spreadsheetId`, `range`, `sheet` optional `majorDimension`	`values`, `response`	Fetch customer list or static data.
Update Values	Write	Overwrites cells in a specific range.	required `spreadsheetId`, `range`, `sheet`, `values` optional `majorDimension`, `valueInputOption`, `includeValuesInResponse`	`updatedRange`, `updatedCells`	Mark order as shipped, change statuses.
Append Values	Write	Adds a new row after the last one.	required `spreadsheetId`, `range`, `sheet`, `values` optional `majorDimension`, `valueInputOption`, `insertDataOption`	`updates`, `response`	Log a form submission or event.
Batch Update Values	Write	Updates multiple ranges in one API call.	required `spreadsheetId`, `data` optional `valueInputOption`, `includeValuesInResponse`	`responses`, `response`	Bulk update rows with different columns.
Create Spreadsheet	Setup	Creates a brand-new spreadsheet.	required `title` optional `locale`, `timeZone`	`spreadsheetId`, `spreadsheetUrl`	Start a fresh data store or export.
Get Spreadsheet	Read	Returns spreadsheet metadata and tab list.	required `spreadsheetId`	`sheets`, `spreadsheetUrl`	Check tab names before writing.
Add Sheet	Setup	Adds a new tab to an existing sheet.	required `spreadsheetId`, `title`	`replies`, `spreadsheetId`	Create a new month like “July 2025”.
Auto Resize Columns	Format	Fits column widths to content.	required `spreadsheetId`, `sheetId`, `startIndex`, `endIndex`	`response`	Clean up layout after writing data.
Auto Resize Rows	Format	Fits row heights to content.	required `spreadsheetId`, `sheetId`, `startIndex`, `endIndex`	`response`	Adjust layout for wrapped text.
Format Header Row	Format	Applies bold, centered header formatting.	required `spreadsheetId`, `sheetId` optional `startRowIndex`, `endRowIndex`, `horizontalAlignment`, `fontSize`	`replies`, `response`	Style header row consistently.

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Why Integrate Google Sheets with Your Agent?

Google Sheets is a powerful tool for data management. Each component handles a specific kind of operation

Auto-generate reports: Agents can pull data from various sources and format reports in Google Sheets -> daily, weekly, or on demand.
Log actions as they happen: Track key events, agent activities, and metrics in Sheets as your automated processes run.
Live configurations: Use Google Sheets to manage lookup tables, configuration parameters, or dynamic settings that your agents can read and use in their decision-making.
Two-way sync: Enable agents to not only read from but also write to Sheets, creating truly dynamic and interactive workflows where spreadsheets become active participants.

Essentially, this integration transforms your Google Sheets from static documents into intelligent, interactive parts of your SmythOS ecosystem. The result? Less manual effort for you, fewer errors, timely information, and more capacity to focus on higher-value tasks.

Prerequisites

Before you begin the integration, please ensure you have the following:

An active SmythOS account. (If you're new to SmythOS, you can sign up here.)
A Google Account that has access to the Google Sheets you plan to use.
Permission to interact with your Google Sheets during the authentication process.

Getting Started With Google Sheets

The connection between SmythOS and your Google Sheets is typically a one-time setup per Google account.

Step 1: Go to Integrations

In your SmythOS dashboard, locate and click on the Integrations section. This is your center for connecting SmythOS to external services.
From the list of available integrations, drag and drop any of the components under Google Sheets.

This grants SmythOS secure permission to access your Google Sheets. You have two straightforward ways to initiate this:

Option A: The Direct Authenticate Button You'll often see a clear, blue Authenticate button directly on a Google Sheets component when you first add it, or if it's not yet connected. This is usually the quickest method.
Option B: Via Component Settings If the direct button isn't visible, or if you prefer, you can usually find an Authenticate button within the settings of any Google Sheets component. Look for a tab labeled: "OAuth"

Authentication Process (Common to both options):

You'll be guided to a Google Sign-In page. Log in using the Google account that owns or has access to the spreadsheets you wish to use with SmythOS.
Google will then display a consent screen. This screen details the permissions SmythOS is requesting (e.g., to view and manage your spreadsheets). Take a moment to review these, then click Allow to proceed. We only request permissions necessary for the integration's functionality.
Once you've granted permission, you'll be returned to SmythOS. The Google Sheets integration or component should now indicate that it's authenticated and ready for use. Connection Confirmed!

Switching Google Accounts or Reconnecting?

If you ever need to connect a different Google Account or just want to refresh an existing connection, you can typically find a Sign Out or Deauthenticate button within the Google Sheets integration settings in SmythOS, or on the "OAuth" tab of a component. After deauthenticating, simply repeat the authentication steps above with the new account.

Image: Deauthenticating your Google Sheets account in SmythOS settings.

Step 3: Test the Connection

Before building workflows, confirm your Google Sheets integration is working.

1. Prepare a Test Sheet

Open Google Sheets
Create a new sheet or use an existing one
Add sample data:

A1: Name B1: Email A2: John Doe B2: john@example.com

Copy the spreadsheet ID from the URL (between /d/ and /edit)

2. Add and Configure "Get Values"

In SmythOS, add a Get Values component and configure it with:

spreadsheetId: your-spreadsheet-id range: Sheet1!A1:B2 sheet: Sheet1

3. Run and Confirm

Run the component
Check the values output:

[["Name", "Email"], ["John Doe", "john@example.com"]]

Ensure there are no errors in response or headers

Heads-up

This confirms your connection works.
It doesn’t guarantee permission to write, format, or append, only that read access is working.

Common Google Sheets Parameters

Many Google Sheets components share the same input and output fields. Below are the standard parameters so you don’t have to memorize them per-component.

Field	Type	Description
`spreadsheetId`	string	Unique Sheet ID (found in the URL between `/d/` and `/edit`).
`sheet`	string	Tab name (e.g. `Sheet1`). Case‑sensitive. Defaults to first tab when omitted.
`sheetId`	string / integer	Numeric ID for a sheet. First tab is typically `0`. Needed by formatting components.
`range`	string	A1 notation (`Sheet1!A1:C10`) or sheet name (`Sheet1`). Determines target cells.
`majorDimension`	string	(Optional) `ROWS` (default) or `COLUMNS`; affects array orientation.
`valueInputOption`	string	(Optional) `USER_ENTERED` (auto‑parse) or `RAW` (literal).
`startIndex`	integer	(Optional) 0‑based start index when operating on sequences (rows/columns).
`endIndex`	integer	(Optional) 0‑based end index (exclusive) for sequences.

Footnotes

spreadsheetId — copy the long ID string in your browser’s address bar.
sheet — Sheet1, sheet1, and SHEET1 are treated as different names.

Google Sheets I/O Explained

Switch between Inputs and Outputs below to see detailed explanations, examples, and troubleshooting notes.

`spreadsheetId`

Unique Google Sheet ID — it sits between /d/ and /edit in the URL.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/**SPREADSHEET_ID**/edit

Good to Know!

That initial authentication you performed in Step 2 covers all these components. You won't need to re-authenticate for each individual component you decide to use.

Which Google Sheet Component Should I Use With My Agent?

If you need to…	Typical Range / Target	Use this Component	Why this one?
Read a static block of data	`Sheet1!A1:D20`	Get Values	Fast, single-range read.
Log events (append a row)	`Logs` (sheet name only)	Append Values	Automatically finds the next empty row.
Update a single cell or small range	`Sheet1!C3`	Update Values	Direct, atomic overwrite.
Write multiple disparate ranges in one call	Two or more A1 notations	Batch Update Values	Minimises API round-trips.
Create a brand-new spreadsheet	—	Create Spreadsheet	Returns a fresh `spreadsheetId` for downstream steps.
Add a new monthly tab	—	Add Sheet	Inserts a sheet titled for example “June 2025”.
Auto-fit column widths	Column indices	Auto Resize Columns	Adjusts width based on cell content.
Style the header row	Row index 0	Format Header Row	Bold, centre, and optionally recolour headers.

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Still unsure? Start with Get Values for reads and Append Values for writes—then graduate to the others as your workflow grows.

Component Details

This section provides detailed information for each Google Sheets component.

Get Values

Retrieves data from a defined range. Ideal for reading lists, logs, or configuration tables so your agent can act on live spreadsheet data.

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This component primarily uses fields defined in the Standard Parameters section. Unique outputs like values are detailed below.

Inputs

Field	Required	Notes
`spreadsheetId`	required	Sheet ID from URL (`/d/{id}/edit`).
`range`	required	A1 notation (e.g. `Sheet1!A1:C10`) or named range.
`sheet`	required	Tab name; defaults to `Sheet1`.
`majorDimension`	optional	`ROWS` (default) or `COLUMNS`.

Outputs

Field	Description
`values`	2‑D array of returned data.
`response`	Raw API payload (for debugging).
`headers`	HTTP headers (rate-limit info, etc).

Use Case

Pull a customer email list stored in a sheet, then loop through the values array to trigger personalised emails.

{
  "component": "sheets.getValues",
  "spreadsheetId": "1AbcXYZexampleId",
  "range": "SupportTickets!A2:E",
  "sheet": "SupportTickets",
  "majorDimension": "ROWS"
}

Troubleshooting

Empty array returned? Verify the range points to non‑blank cells and the tab name is correct.

404 error? Double‑check spreadsheetId and sheet spelling/case.

Update Values

Overwrites existing data in a specified range. Use this to modify individual cells or update entire rows/columns with new values reflecting the latest status or calculations.

INFO

This component uses several Standard Parameters (like spreadsheetId, range). Unique fields include values (the data to write) and options like valueInputOption.

Inputs

Field	Required	Notes
`spreadsheetId`	required	Sheet ID from URL.
`range`	required	A1 notation for cells to update (e.g., `Sheet1!B2`).
`sheet`	required	Tab name where update occurs.
`values`	required	2D array of data to write. E.g., `[["Shipped"]]` or `[["Row1Col1", "Row1Col2"]]`.
`majorDimension`	optional	Layout of values: `ROWS` (default) or `COLUMNS`.
`valueInputOption`	optional	How Google parses input: `USER_ENTERED` (default) or `RAW`.
`includeValuesInResponse`	optional	`true` (default) or `false`; include updated values in output.

Outputs

Field	Description
`spreadsheetId`	ID of the updated sheet.
`updatedRange`	A1 notation of the range that was updated.
`updatedRows`	Count of rows affected.
`updatedColumns`	Count of columns affected.
`updatedCells`	Total cells modified.
`response`	Raw API payload.
`headers`	HTTP headers.

Use Case

An agent processes an online order and needs to update the "Order Status" column in an orders spreadsheet from "Processing" to "Shipped."

{
  "component": "sheets.updateValues",
  "spreadsheetId": "yourSpreadsheetId",
  "range": "Orders!C2",
  "sheet": "Orders",
  "values": [["Shipped"]],
  "valueInputOption": "USER_ENTERED"
}

Troubleshooting

Data not updating? Ensure values array structure matches range and majorDimension.

PERMISSION_DENIED? Check sheet sharing settings for edit access for the authenticated Google account.

Append Values — Add Rows to Sheet

Adds new data as additional rows to an existing sheet. It automatically finds the last filled row in the specified range (or entire sheet) and inserts content after it.

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Key unique inputs are values (data to add) and insertDataOption. Other fields like spreadsheetId are covered in Standard Parameters.

Inputs

Field	Required	Notes
`spreadsheetId`	required	Sheet ID from URL.
`range`	required	Sheet name (e.g., `Sheet1`) or A1 range (e.g., `Sheet1!A:C`) to append to.
`sheet`	required	Tab name to append to.
`values`	required	2D array of new row data. E.g., `[["New Feedback", "Positive"]]`.
`majorDimension`	optional	Layout of values: `ROWS` (default) or `COLUMNS`.
`valueInputOption`	optional	How Google parses input: `USER_ENTERED` (default) or `RAW`.
`insertDataOption`	optional	`INSERT_ROWS` (default) or `OVERWRITE`.

Outputs

Field	Description
`spreadsheetId`	ID of the modified sheet.
`updates`	Object with details: `updatedRange`, `updatedRows`, `updatedColumns`, `updatedCells`.
`response`	Raw API payload.
`headers`	HTTP headers.

Use Case

Your agent collects new customer feedback. Each piece of feedback can be appended as a new row to a "Customer Feedback Log" spreadsheet.

{
  "component": "sheets.appendValues",
  "spreadsheetId": "yourSpreadsheetId",
  "range": "FeedbackLog!A:B",
  "sheet": "FeedbackLog",
  "values": [["Great service!", "5 Stars"]],
  "insertDataOption": "INSERT_ROWS"
}

Troubleshooting

Appending in wrong place? If range specifies columns (e.g., Sheet1!A:C), it appends after the last row with data within those columns.

Data overwriting? Ensure insertDataOption is INSERT_ROWS unless overwriting is intended.

Batch Update Values

Performs multiple updates across different ranges within a single sheet in one API call. Ideal for efficiency when several areas need modification.

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The core unique input is data, an array of individual update operations. spreadsheetId and other options are detailed in Standard Parameters.

Inputs

Field	Required	Notes
`spreadsheetId`	required	Sheet ID from URL.
`valueInputOption`	optional	Default input parsing for all blocks: `USER_ENTERED` (default) or `RAW`. Can be overridden per block.
`includeValuesInResponse`	optional	`true` (default) or `false`; return written values in output.
`data`	required	Array of update blocks. Each block needs `range` (string) and `values` (2D array). Optional: `majorDimension`.

Outputs

Field	Description
`spreadsheetId`	ID of the target sheet.
`totalUpdatedRows`	Sum of rows updated across all batches.
`totalUpdatedColumns`	Sum of columns updated.
`totalUpdatedCells`	Sum of cells updated.
`responses`	Array of results, one for each update block in `data`.
`response`	Raw API payload for the entire batch operation.
`headers`	HTTP headers.

Use Case

An agent finalizes a project: updates status in Sheet1!C5, logs completion date in Sheet1!D5, and adds a note to NotesSheet!A20—all in one go.

{
  "component": "sheets.batchUpdateValues",
  "spreadsheetId": "yourSpreadsheetId",
  "data": [
    {
      "range": "Sheet1!C5",
      "values": [["Complete"]]
    },
    {
      "range": "Sheet1!D5",
      "values": [["2024-01-15"]]
    },
    {
      "range": "NotesSheet!A20",
      "values": [["Project XYZ finalized."]]
    }
  ]
}

Troubleshooting

One update fails, others succeed? Check the responses array for individual error details.

Complex data structure issues? Validate your JSON carefully, ensuring each object in the data array has the required range and values.

Create Spreadsheet

Instructs your agent to generate a brand new Google Sheet document.

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This component has unique inputs title and sheetName. It does not use standard inputs like spreadsheetId since it's creating a new one.

Inputs

Field	Required	Notes
`title`	required	The title for the new spreadsheet document.
`sheetName`	optional	Name for the first sheet (tab) in the new document. Defaults to `Sheet1`.

Outputs

Field	Description
`spreadsheetId`	Crucial: The ID of the newly created spreadsheet.
`properties`	Object with details: `title`, `locale`, `timeZone`.
`sheets`	Array of sheet objects (initially one).
`spreadsheetUrl`	Direct link to the new Google Sheet.
`response`	Raw API payload.
`headers`	HTTP headers.

Use Case

Your agent needs to create a new spreadsheet each month to log daily performance metrics. The output spreadsheetId is then used in subsequent steps to populate this new sheet.

{
  "component": "sheets.createSpreadsheet",
  "title": "Monthly Performance - July 2024",
  "sheetName": "Daily Metrics"
}

Troubleshooting

PERMISSION_DENIED? Ensure the authenticated Google account has permission to create new files in Google Drive.

Title conflicts? While Google Sheets allows duplicate titles, it's best practice to ensure your agent generates unique titles if needed for your workflow.

Get Spreadsheet

Retrieves structural information and metadata about an existing Google Sheet, such as its properties, all its sheets (tabs), and named ranges.

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This component primarily uses the standard spreadsheetId input. Its outputs provide detailed metadata about the spreadsheet.

Inputs

Field	Required	Notes
`spreadsheetId`	required	Sheet ID from URL to inspect.

Outputs

Field	Description
`spreadsheetId`	ID of the queried sheet.
`properties`	Object with general details: `title`, `locale`, `timeZone`, `autoRecalc`.
`sheets`	Array of all sheet (tab) objects in the document, each with `sheetId`, `title`, `index`, `sheetType`, `gridProperties`.
`namedRanges`	Array of all named ranges, each with `name`, `range`, `namedRangeId`.
`spreadsheetUrl`	Direct link to the Google Sheet.
`response`	Raw API payload.
`headers`	HTTP headers.

Use Case

Before writing to a sheet named "Q3-Data," use this component to ensure it exists and retrieve its sheetId if needed for other operations like formatting.

{
  "component": "sheets.getSpreadsheet",
  "spreadsheetId": "yourExistingSpreadsheetId"
}

Troubleshooting

404 Not Found? Double‑check the spreadsheetId is correct and the authenticated user has at least view access.

Missing sheet details? Ensure the sheets array in the output is iterated correctly to find specific tab information.

Add Sheet

Inserts a new sheet (tab) into an existing Google Spreadsheet document.

INFO

Uses standard spreadsheetId. The unique input is title for the new tab.

Inputs

Field	Required	Notes
`spreadsheetId`	required	ID of the spreadsheet to add the new tab to.
`title`	required	Name for the new sheet/tab. Must be unique within the spreadsheet.

Outputs

Field	Description
`replies`	Array containing an `addSheet` object with the new tab's properties (like `sheetId`, `title`, `index`).
`spreadsheetId`	ID of the modified spreadsheet.
`response`	Raw API payload.
`headers`	HTTP headers.

Use Case

Your agent creates a new sheet for each month’s sales data, naming it "July 2024 Sales" and adding it to a master sales tracking spreadsheet.

{
  "component": "sheets.addSheet",
  "spreadsheetId": "yourMasterSpreadsheetId",
  "title": "July 2024 Sales"
}

Troubleshooting

"Duplicate sheet name" error? Ensure the title for the new sheet is not already in use within that spreadsheet.

New sheet not appearing where expected? The index property in the output replies[0].addSheet.properties.index indicates its position (0-based).

Auto Resize Column(s)

Automatically resizes one or more columns in a specified sheet to match the width of their contents, improving readability.

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Key inputs are sheetId (numerical ID of the tab) and the startIndex/endIndex for columns.

Inputs

Field	Required	Notes
`spreadsheetId`	required	Sheet ID from URL.
`sheetId`	required	Numerical ID of the sheet (tab) containing columns to resize. Often `0` for the first sheet.
`startIndex`	required	0-based starting column index to resize (e.g., `0` for column A).
`endIndex`	required	0-based ending column index (exclusive). To resize column A only, `startIndex=0`, `endIndex=1`.

Outputs

Field	Description
`spreadsheetId`	ID of the updated spreadsheet.
`response`	Raw API payload.
`headers`	HTTP headers.

Use Case

After an agent inserts data of varying widths into columns A through C, this component auto-adjusts their widths to prevent content from being cut off.

{
  "component": "sheets.autoResizeColumns",
  "spreadsheetId": "yourSpreadsheetId",
  "sheetId": 0,
  "startIndex": 0,
  "endIndex": 3
}

Troubleshooting

Wrong columns resized? Double-check sheetId (use "Get Spreadsheet" to find it if unsure) and ensure startIndex and endIndex correctly define your target column range.

No visible change? Ensure there's content in the columns that would necessitate a resize.

Auto Resize Row(s)

Automatically adjusts the height of one or more rows in a specified sheet to fit their content. Ideal for multi-line text entries.

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Key inputs are sheetId (numerical ID of the tab) and the startIndex/endIndex for rows.

Inputs

Field	Required	Notes
`spreadsheetId`	required	Sheet ID from URL.
`sheetId`	required	Numerical ID of the sheet (tab) containing rows to resize.
`startIndex`	required	0-based starting row index to resize (e.g., `0` for row 1).
`endIndex`	required	0-based ending row index (exclusive). To resize row 1 only, `startIndex=0`, `endIndex=1`.

Outputs

Field	Description
`spreadsheetId`	ID of the modified sheet.
`response`	Raw API payload.
`headers`	HTTP headers.

Use Case

After an agent enters long-form text or notes into cells in rows 5 through 10, this component ensures the full text is visible by adjusting row heights.

{
  "component": "sheets.autoResizeRows",
  "spreadsheetId": "yourSpreadsheetId",
  "sheetId": 0,
  "startIndex": 4,
  "endIndex": 10
}

Troubleshooting

Wrong rows resized? Verify sheetId and that startIndex/endIndex accurately target the desired rows.

Content still cut off? This adjusts to content; if content is truly larger than what Sheets can display even when auto-resized (rare), the issue might be elsewhere.

Format Header Row

Applies consistent styling (e.g., bold text, center alignment, background color) to a specified header row, making tables easier to read.

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Unique inputs define formatting aspects like alignment, font size, and colors. spreadsheetId, sheetId, and other common fields are detailed in Standard Parameters.

Inputs

Field	Required	Notes
`spreadsheetId`	required	Sheet ID from URL.
`sheetId`	required	Numerical ID of the sheet (tab). Default is usually `0`.
`startRowIndex`	optional	0-based row index to start formatting. Default: `0` (first row).
`endRowIndex`	optional	0-based row index to end formatting (exclusive). Default: `1` (formats only `startRowIndex`).
`horizontalAlignment`	optional	Text alignment: `CENTER` (default), `LEFT`, `RIGHT`.
`fontSize`	optional	Font size for header text. Default: `12`.
`bold`	optional	Make text bold: `true` (default) or `false`.
`backgroundColor`	optional	Object defining RGB color. E.g., "red": 0.8, "green": 0.8, "blue": 0.8.

Outputs

Field	Description
`spreadsheetId`	ID of the updated spreadsheet.
`replies`	Array of responses for formatting requests.
`response`	Raw API payload.
`headers`	HTTP headers.

Use Case

After your agent populates a new sheet with structured data, use this component to automatically format the top row (row 1, index 0) so it clearly stands out as a header.

{
  "component": "sheets.formatHeaderRow",
  "spreadsheetId": "yourSpreadsheetId",
  "sheetId": 0,
  "startRowIndex": 0,
  "endRowIndex": 1,
  "horizontalAlignment": "CENTER",
  "bold": true,
  "backgroundColor": { "red": 0.9, "green": 0.9, "blue": 0.9 }
}

Troubleshooting

Formatting not applied? Ensure sheetId is correct. Verify startRowIndex and endRowIndex target the intended row(s).

Colors incorrect? RGB values in backgroundColor are decimals between 0 and 1 (e.g., 0.5 for 50% intensity).

Best Practices & Advanced Tips

To make the most of your Google Sheets integration, consider these tips:

Use "Batch Update Values" for Efficiency: When you need to make multiple changes to a sheet (e.g., updating several cells, writing multiple rows), the "Batch Update Values" component is significantly more efficient than making individual "Update Values" calls. This reduces the number of API requests and can help avoid rate limits.
Manage IDs Dynamically: Instead of hardcoding spreadsheetId or sheetId, use outputs from previous steps (like "Create Spreadsheet" or "Get Spreadsheet") or SmythOS variables to manage these IDs dynamically. This makes your agents more robust and adaptable.
Error Handling:
- Always check the outputs of components for success or failure indicators.
- Use the response object from components to get detailed error messages from the Google Sheets API, which can be invaluable for debugging.
- Implement conditional logic in your agent to handle potential errors gracefully (e.g., retry an operation, send a notification, or take an alternative path).
Data Validation: Before writing data to Google Sheets, especially if it comes from external sources or user input, validate it within your SmythOS agent to ensure it's in the correct format and type. This prevents errors and maintains data integrity in your spreadsheets.
Understand Quotas and Limits: Be aware of Google Sheets API usage quotas (e.g., requests per minute, requests per day). Design your agents to stay within these limits. For very frequent operations, consider strategies like queuing requests or summarizing data before writing. Refer to Google's official documentation for the most current quota information.
Secure Your Sheets:
- Grant the Google Account connected to SmythOS only the necessary permissions (e.g., if an agent only needs to read data, ensure the account doesn't have unnecessary write access to sensitive sheets).
- Regularly review who has access to your integrated spreadsheets.
Clear Naming Conventions: Use clear and consistent names for your spreadsheets, sheets (tabs), and named ranges. This makes it easier to configure components and maintain your agents.
Optimize range Specificity:
- For "Append Values," if you want to append to the very end of all data in a sheet, providing just the sheet name (e.g., Sheet1) in the range input is often best.
- For "Get Values" or "Update Values," be as specific as possible with your range to avoid processing unnecessary data.
Test Thoroughly: Before deploying agents that interact with critical spreadsheets, test them thoroughly in a development or staging environment with sample data.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Encountering an issue with your Google Sheets integration? Here are solutions to some common problems:

Error: Requested entity was not found (or a 404 error)
- Possible Cause(s): Could be an incorrect spreadsheetId, a mistyped sheet name (remember, tab names are case-sensitive!), or an invalid range.
- Solution(s): Carefully double-check the spreadsheetId from your Google Sheet's URL. Ensure the sheet name is an exact match, character for character. Verify that your range (e.g., Sheet1!A1:C5) is valid for that specific sheet.
Error: PERMISSION_DENIED (or a 403 error)
- Possible Cause(s): Either SmythOS lacks the necessary permissions for your Google Account, or the specific Google Sheet has restrictive sharing settings.
- Solution(s):
  1. Try re-authenticating: Go to SmythOS Integrations, find Google Sheets, deauthenticate, and then authenticate again. Make sure you grant all requested permissions during the Google consent process.
  2. Check the Google Sheet's "Share" settings. The Google account you've connected to SmythOS must have "Editor" access for writing/updating or at least "Viewer" access for read-only operations like "Get Values."
Data Not Updating Correctly or Appearing in the Wrong Cells
- Possible Cause(s): Often an incorrect range specification in components like "Update Values," or a mismatch between your majorDimension setting and the structure of your values array.
- Solution(s): Meticulously review your range input. For "Update Values" and "Append Values," ensure your values data structure aligns perfectly with the columns in your range and your majorDimension setting.
Exceeding API Rate Limits or Other Google Quotas
- Possible Cause(s): Google Sheets, like many services, imposes limits on API call frequency, the number of characters in a cell, and overall spreadsheet size.
- Solution(s): For large data operations, consider processing your data in smaller batches. If you're making very frequent updates, the "Batch Update Values" component is your best friend where possible. You might also introduce slight, strategic delays in your agent's workflow. For the most current details, Google's official API documentation is the place to look.

INFO

If you're still facing issues, the SmythOS support team is always ready to help. Plus, the response output from the Google Sheets components often contains detailed error messages directly from Google that can provide excellent clues. [Link to SmythOS Support Page]

What's Next?

Congratulations! You've successfully set up the SmythOS Google Sheets integration and explored its powerful components. You're now equipped to build agents that can intelligently interact with your spreadsheet data in all sorts of creative ways.

Consider these next steps on your journey:

Build an Agent That...
- Reads a to-do list from a Google Sheet each morning and sends you a personalized summary via email or Slack (by combining this with other SmythOS integrations!).
- Collects entries from a web form, processes the data, and then neatly logs each submission into a new row in a Google Sheet.
- Monitors a specific range in a Google Sheet for new entries and automatically triggers a downstream workflow when new data appears.
- Combine the power of Google Sheets with other SmythOS integrations to create sophisticated, multi-step automations. Consider exploring our Google Gmail Integration or our database connector tools.

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List of Google Sheets Components​

Prerequisites​

Getting Started With Google Sheets​

Step 1: Go to Integrations​

Step 2: Sign in with Google​

Step 3: Test the Connection​

1. Prepare a Test Sheet​

2. Add and Configure "Get Values"​

3. Run and Confirm​

Common Google Sheets Parameters​

Google Sheets I/O Explained​

spreadsheetId

Which Google Sheet Component Should I Use With My Agent?​

Component Details​

Get Values

Inputs​

Outputs​

Update Values

Inputs​

Outputs​

Append Values — Add Rows to Sheet

Inputs​

Outputs​

Batch Update Values

Inputs​

Outputs​

Create Spreadsheet

Inputs​

Outputs​

Get Spreadsheet

Inputs​

Outputs​

Add Sheet

Inputs​

Outputs​

Auto Resize Column(s)

Inputs​

Outputs​

Auto Resize Row(s)

Inputs​

Outputs​

Format Header Row

Inputs​

Outputs​

Best Practices & Advanced Tips​

Troubleshooting Common Issues​

What's Next?​

List of Google Sheets Components

Prerequisites

Getting Started With Google Sheets

Step 1: Go to Integrations

Step 2: Sign in with Google

Step 3: Test the Connection

1. Prepare a Test Sheet

2. Add and Configure "Get Values"

3. Run and Confirm

Common Google Sheets Parameters

Google Sheets I/O Explained

`spreadsheetId`

Which Google Sheet Component Should I Use With My Agent?

Component Details

Inputs

Outputs

Inputs

Outputs

Inputs

Outputs

Inputs

Outputs

Inputs

Outputs

Inputs

Outputs

Inputs

Outputs

Inputs

Outputs

Inputs

Outputs

Inputs

Outputs

Best Practices & Advanced Tips

Troubleshooting Common Issues

What's Next?