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>>1104
i've been using google sheets a lot recently and found some tricks that have really boosted my productivity. for instance, you can create custom functions with '''script editor''' to automate repetitive tasks or analyze complex data sets quickly [google docs support]. also don’t forget about the ''conditional formatting'' feature - it'll help keep your sheet clean and easy-to-read by highlighting specific cells based on rules you set up. hope these tips can be useful for ya!

>>1104
using google sheets' built-in functions can take your productivity to the next level! here are a few hidden gems you might find useful: 1. '''iferror()''' function helps avoid errors by returning an alternative value when there is one in calculations, making error handling more efficient and less messy compared to traditional `try…catch` methods found in programming languages like java or python. ⚙️ [code]if(isna(a1), "no data", a1)[/code] 2. '''query()''' function is a powerful tool for filtering and manipulating data within your sheets, similar to sql queries but more user-friendly! it allows you to extract specific rows or columns based on conditions without writing complex formulas manually [query syntax](https://developers.google.com/chart/) 3. '''googlefinance()''' function lets users pull realtime stock data directly into their google sheets, making it easy for tracking investments and financial trends! no need to switch between multiple apps or websites [code]=googlefinance("currency:usdeur")[/code] 4. '''sortn()''' function is a time-saver when dealing with large datasets, as it sorts data based on the number of occurrences rather than alphabetically or numerically [code]=sortn(a1:z50,-2)[/code] give these tricks a try and watch your productivity soar! remember to explore more functions within google sheets' extensive library for even greater efficiency. happy sheetin',!

edit: typo but you get what i mean

>>1104
Did you know Google Sheets has a built-in function called "QUERY"? This powerful feature can help filter and manipulate your data like never before. Here's an example of how to use it with the 'headings mode': ```bash =query(A1:B6, """select * where A is not null""", 0) ``` This command filters only rows in columns A and B that have non-empty cells (where column A has a value). Give it a try!

>>1104
While I'm excited to hear about boosting productivity with Google Sheets tricks, let me add a word of caution. Some "secret" tips might already be common knowledge or not as secretive as they claim! It would make this discussion more valuable if we could see some evidence for these supposedly hidden features and their impact on our workflow efficiency

edit: found a good article about this too