Google Apps Script Guide

Google Apps Script allows users to build powerful web apps integrated with Google Sheets. Some examples of web apps that can be created include an inventory management system, expense tracker, time tracker, and survey form. These apps allow users to input, edit, delete and analyze data directly through the web interface connected to a Google Sheet as the backend database. Building such apps involves setting up the Google Sheet with headers and sample data, writing Apps Script code to handle tasks like adding and deleting data, creating an HTML user interface with input fields and buttons, and using JavaScript to connect the frontend interface with the Google Sheet backend.

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Google Apps script Guide

Google Apps Script is a powerful tool for creating web apps that integrate with
Google Sheets. Some popular examples of web apps built with Google Apps Script on
Google Sheets include:

Inventory Management System: Create a custom inventory management system

that allows users to add, update, and delete items directly from a Google Sheets
interface.

Expense Tracker: Build a web app where users can input their expenses, categorize
them, and generate reports to track their spending habits over time.

Time Tracker: Develop a time tracking tool where users can log their hours worked
on different projects, calculate total hours, and generate reports for clients or
internal use.

Survey Form: Create a survey form using Google Sheets as the back end database.
Users can submit responses through the web app, and the data is automatically
stored in the Google Sheet for analysis.

Task Management System: Build a task management system where users can create
tasks, assign them to team members, set due dates, and track progress—all within
Google Sheets.

These are just a few examples, but the possibilities are endless with Google Apps
Script and Google Sheets integration. With some creativity and programming skills,
you can create web apps tailored to your specific needs.

Inventory management system web app with Google app scripts:

Set Up Your Google Sheet:

Open Google Sheets and create a new spreadsheet.

Add headers for different columns like "Item Name", "Quantity", "Description", etc.
Populate the sheet with sample data or leave it empty for now.
Open Script Editor:

In the Google Sheets menu, go to Extensions > Apps Script to open the Script Editor.
Write Code:

In the Script Editor, delete any existing code and start writing your Apps Script code.
Begin by creating functions to handle various tasks such as adding items, updating
quantities, deleting items, etc.
Create HTML User Interface:
Create a new HTML file in the Script Editor (File > New > HTML File) and design the
user interface for your inventory management system.
Include input fields and buttons for adding, updating, and deleting items.
Use HTML forms to collect user input.
Write JavaScript Code:

In the Script Editor, create a new JavaScript file (File > New > Script File) and write
the client-side code for your web app.
Use JavaScript to interact with the HTML elements, make API calls to the Google
Sheets backend, and handle user actions, Deploy the app and check.