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IMPORTRANGE

The IMPORTRANGE function in Google Sheets is a powerful tool to import a range of cells from a specified spreadsheet. Whether you're collaborating with multiple teams, gathering data from different sources, or simply consolidating information, the IMPORTRANGE function simplifies the task. Dive into our comprehensive guide to master its application.

Function Syntax and Parameters

Syntax: IMPORTRANGE(spreadsheet_url, range_string)

Parameters:

  • spreadsheet_url: The URL of the spreadsheet containing the desired range of cells.
  • range_string: The range of cells to import, in A1 notation.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

  1. Importing a range from another spreadsheet:
    • Example: =IMPORTRANGE("https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1234567890abcdef", "Sheet1!A1:B5")
    • Result: Imports cells A1 to B5 from the specified spreadsheet.

Use Cases and Scenarios

  1. Collaborative Data Analysis: Import data from different spreadsheets into a single sheet for analysis.
  2. Data Consolidation: Combine data from multiple sources into a master spreadsheet.
  3. Team Collaboration: Share specific data ranges with different team members for collaboration.

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  • QUERY: Extracts data from a range based on specific criteria.

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