{"id":9450,"date":"2022-08-12T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-12T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.sheetgo.com\/?p=9450"},"modified":"2025-12-17T22:53:33","modified_gmt":"2025-12-17T21:53:33","slug":"top-10-google-sheets-add-ons-flujos-de-trabajo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sheetgo.com\/es\/blog\/google-sheets-features\/top-10-google-sheets-add-ons-workflows\/","title":{"rendered":"Los 10 mejores complementos de Google Sheets para mejorar la eficacia del flujo de trabajo"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; module_class=&#8221;sheetgo-post&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; da_is_popup=&#8221;off&#8221; da_exit_intent=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_close=&#8221;on&#8221; da_alt_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_dark_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_not_modal=&#8221;on&#8221; da_is_singular=&#8221;off&#8221; da_with_loader=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_shadow=&#8221;on&#8221; da_disable_devices=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Workflow efficiency is a top priority for businesses these days, streamlining their workflows and optimizing performance so that team members are as productive as possible. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.co.uk\/sheets\/about\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Google Sheets<\/a> is just one of the G Suite tools that offers a variety of features to improve productivity. But what about using add-ons to take workflow efficiency to the next level?<\/p>\n<p>As you may know, the <a href=\"https:\/\/workspace.google.com\/marketplace\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Google Workspace Marketplace<\/a> hosts thousands of add-ons specializing in specific aspects of spreadsheet-related processes, including workflow efficiency. With so many Google add-ons available, it can be a complex, time-consuming process to decide which ones are right for you.<\/p>\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll explore more about workflow efficiency and how Google add-ons can help to optimize your team\u2019s business processes. We will also list our top 10 Google Sheets add-ons to improve workflow efficiency, from Project Management to Mail Merge.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2>What are add-ons in Google Sheets?<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/developers.google.com\/apps-script\/add-ons\/editors\/sheets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Google Sheets add-ons<\/a> are third-party apps that can be downloaded and integrated with your Google Sheets software. These add-ons are designed to extend the power of Google Sheets and help improve your overall productivity.<\/p>\n<p>The Google Sheets add-ons available in the Google Workspace Marketplace cover a whole range of functions, such as data analysis, app integration, and communication.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2>How to access Google Sheets add-ons<\/h2>\n<p>You can browse and install all Google Sheets add-ons in the <a href=\"https:\/\/gsuite.google.com\/marketplace\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Google Workspace Marketplace<\/a>. However, you can also install add-ons directly within your Google Sheets:<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]To access add-ons from the Sheets app directly:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Open a spreadsheet<\/li>\n<li>Head to <b>Extensions &gt; Add-ons &gt; Get add-ons<\/b><\/li>\n<li>Browse add-ons or search for the add-on you\u2019re looking for using the search bar.<\/li>\n<li>Click on the add-on you want and select the <b>Install<\/b> button.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/static.sheetgo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Workflow-efficiency.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Workflow efficiency&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>There are all kinds of add-ons in the Google Workspace Marketplace. They can make your spreadsheets work in ways that you\u2019ve never imagined.<\/p>\n<p>Today our focus will be on add-ons that improve your workflow, however. But first, let\u2019s define what we mean by workflow efficiency.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2>What is workflow efficiency?<\/h2>\n<p>Workflow efficiency measures the process and performance of your team in completing a project or task. Optimal workflow efficiency occurs when you streamline your process while optimizing your overall performance.<\/p>\n<p>Typically, a workflow is mapped, repeated, and refined to enhance efficiency and productivity levels within a business. You can use Google Sheets add-ons to do this for you. As a result, you save time and manual effort, allowing you to focus on the actual project itself.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2>How to improve workflow efficiency<\/h2>\n<p>One of the main ways to improve workflow efficiency is through workflow automation. This means that some processes are carried out automatically, eliminating the need for manual work. You can then remove repetitive and consistent steps, such as changing a file type or performing a complex calculation.<\/p>\n<p>Not only does this save you a considerable amount of time (and therefore money), but it also reduces the risk of human error and optimizes results through the use of specialized tools.<\/p>\n<p>Now that you understand the importance of workflow efficiency and the exact ways in which add-ons can help improve this, let\u2019s explore our top 10 Google Sheets add-ons for workflow efficiency!<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2>Top 10 Google Sheets add-ons for workflow efficiency<\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3>1. Sheetgo<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sheetgo.com\/connections\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Sheetgo add-on for Google Sheets<\/a> is a tool designed to help automate entire business workflows from start to finish, improving workflow efficiency and making work more straightforward. With Sheetgo, you can connect Google Sheets, Excel files, CSV files, and TSV files stored in Google Drive, SharePoint, OneDrive, or Dropbox.<\/p>\n<p>By connecting spreadsheets, you can build your own custom workflows that manage your everyday business processes for you.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you want to automatically send leads to your team of sales representatives or combine financial data from multiple departments to generate reports, Sheetgo automates your data management process to save time and manual effort, using your everyday tools.<\/p>\n<p>You can also automatically generate and send documents, PDFs, and emails using the Google Docs and Gmail integrations, directly from your Google Sheets file.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/static.sheetgo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Sheetgo_New.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;workflows 1. Sheetgo add-on&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Sheetgo_New&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Perhaps you have a small business and want to combine inventory and order data.<br \/>All of these processes can be automated with Sheetgo. You can opt to build a workflow from scratch, or use one of the multiple <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sheetgo.com\/templates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">ready-made templates<\/a> designed for various processes within a business, from Inventory to Sales.<\/p>\n<p>You can install the Sheetgo add-on for free, using your Google, Microsoft or Dropbox account. For more information, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sheetgo.com\/connections\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">check out this page on Sheetgo extensions<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code admin_label=&#8221;Sheetgo banner to add-on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#f6f8f9&#8243; height=&#8221;135px&#8221; height_tablet=&#8221;135px&#8221; height_phone=&#8221;240px&#8221; height_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; max_height=&#8221;135px&#8221; max_height_tablet=&#8221;135px&#8221; max_height_phone=&#8221;240px&#8221; max_height_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_radii=&#8221;on|12px|12px|12px|12px&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;1px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;#f6f8f9&#8243; saved_tabs=&#8221;all&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;20px||20px||true|false&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-around; align-items: center; flex-wrap: wrap;\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<div style=\"margin: 0 10px 0 10px;\"> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.sheetgo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/banner-logo-light.svg\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" style=\"\"\/><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<div style=\"max-width: 40%; margin: 0 10px 0 10px;\" class=\"sheetgo-post-no-shadow-img\">\n<h5>Sheetgo<\/h5>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.sheetgo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/sheetgo-banner-rating-2m.svg\" width=\"166\" height=\"50\" style=\"\" \/><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<div><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/p>\n<div class=\"md2-contained-button\" style=\"margin: 10px\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><a href=\"https:\/\/workspace.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/sheetgo\/94172092257\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">INSTALL FOR FREE<\/a><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->[\/et_pb_code][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p>Install the add-on for free: <a href=\"https:\/\/workspace.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/sheetgo\/94172092257\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sheetgo add-on for Google Sheets<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3>2. ProjectSheet Planning<\/h3>\n<p>Use <a href=\"https:\/\/gsuite.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/projectsheet_planning\/1080532206233\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ProjectSheet Planning<\/a> to create a schedule and plan your important projects. You can create and assign tasks and milestones, track progress, and link and chain tasks. Additionally, you can allocate resources and a budget to your workflow.<\/p>\n<p>ProjectSheet Planning is a powerful personal project management tool. It has a paid and a free version.<\/p>\n<p>In the pro version, you can assign a price per unit of time or resource and calculate your costs automatically, which is surely a time-saver. It also protects you from undervaluing your work.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/static.sheetgo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Project-Sheet-1.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;workflows 2. Project Sheet&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Project Sheet (1)&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Get the add-on here: <a href=\"https:\/\/workspace.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/projectsheet_planning\/1080532206233\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ProjectSheet Planning add-on<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span>3. Yet Another Mail Merge<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You might guess from the name of this add-on that there are many mail merge tools out there. So why should you use <a href=\"https:\/\/gsuite.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/yet_another_mail_merge_mail_merge_for_gm\/52669349336\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Yet Another Mail Merge<\/a>?<\/p>\n<p>In short, they have more than one million active users and are one of the highest-rated add-ons in the Workspace Marketplace.<\/p>\n<p>Now, what does this add-on do exactly? Essentially, it sends bulk emails directly from within a spreadsheet. Whether it\u2019s a customer mailing list or notices for employees, automating the way you send out emails saves time and generates insights.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>YAMM also tracks email receipts and opens, which are displayed on an intuitive dashboard within your sheet.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/static.sheetgo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Mailmerge.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;workflows 3. Mailmerge&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Mailmerge&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Get the YAMM add-on here: <a href=\"https:\/\/workspace.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/yet_another_mail_merge_mail_merge_for_gm\/52669349336\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yet Another Mail Merge add-on<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3>4. Power Tools<\/h3>\n<p>Next up is <a href=\"https:\/\/gsuite.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/power_tools\/1058867473888\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Power Tools<\/a>. It is a popular add-on that allows you to quickly and efficiently transform the look and functionality of your spreadsheets.<\/p>\n<p>The add-on has a powerful toolbar that improves the user experience of Google Sheets. You can quickly alter text, numbers, or dates. Additionally, you can merge, compare, or combine different sheets.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>This add-on makes functions in Google Sheets a breeze. Their toolbar makes complex formulas as simple as pressing a button.<\/p>\n<p>In other words, it\u2019s a great addition for anyone who\u2019s still getting used to spreadsheets.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/static.sheetgo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Power-Tools-1.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;workflows 4. Power Tools&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Power Tools (1)&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]Install the add-on here: <a href=\"https:\/\/workspace.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/power_tools\/1058867473888\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">Power Tools Google Sheets add-on<\/a>.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3>5. LucidChart<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gsuite.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/lucidchart_diagrams\/7081045131\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">LucidChart<\/a> is a flowchart builder. You can create beautiful and enlightening flowcharts, logic trees, and other helpful charts.<\/p>\n<p>Their Google Marketplace add-on connects your Lucidchart account with your Google account and inserts charts into your Google Drive files.<\/p>\n<p>Lucid Chart works with Sheets, Docs, and Slides. It also helps to visualize your workflows. Embed it into your spreadsheets, and you\u2019ll never forget your workflow again.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/static.sheetgo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Lucidchart-1.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;workflows 5. Lucidchart&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Lucidchart (1)&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]Get the flowchart builder here: <a href=\"https:\/\/workspace.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/lucidchart_diagrams\/7081045131\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">Lucid Chart add-on<\/a>.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3>6. AppSheet<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gsuite.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/appsheet\/376242260902\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">AppSheet<\/a> allows you to create apps based on your spreadsheets. Their app-building platform uses column headers and spreadsheet data to create a no-code app that you can share with teammates or clients.<\/p>\n<p>Once the add-on interprets your data, it creates an app on its platform where you can adjust functionality and create polished apps.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/static.sheetgo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/AppSheet-1.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;workflows 6. Appsheet&#8221; title_text=&#8221;AppSheet (1)&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]Install AppSheet here: <a href=\"https:\/\/workspace.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/appsheet\/376242260902\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">AppSheet add-on by Google<\/a>.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3>7. Form Workflow Plus<\/h3>\n<p>Simplify the approval processes in your workflow. <a href=\"https:\/\/gsuite.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/form_workflow_plus_addon\/448262164641\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Form Workflow Plus<\/a> combines the power of Gmail, Forms, and Sheets to create a simple approval process.<\/p>\n<p>Team members complete a Google Form with the necessary information to be approved (e.g., creative work, timesheets, or time-off requests).<\/p>\n<p>That information is then synced to a Google Sheet, where the team lead can get an overview of everything that has been submitted.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, team leads receive an email that links to the Form Workflow Plus platform. Here, they can approve, deny, hold, or return a workflow submission and send a message back to their team members.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/static.sheetgo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Form-Workflow-Plus-1.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;workflows 7. Form Workflow Plus&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Form Workflow Plus (1)&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]Install the add-ons here: <a href=\"https:\/\/workspace.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/form_workflow_plus_addon\/448262164641\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">Form Workflow Plus add-on<\/a>.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3>8. AutoCrat<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gsuite.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/autocrat\/539341275670\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">AutoCrat<\/a> creates Google Docs from your Google Sheets.<\/p>\n<p>It is possible to automate the process by instructing the add-on to run at specific time intervals or when data is added through Form submissions.<\/p>\n<p>It allows you to fill clients&#8217; contracts automatically. As well, you can trigger customized emails whenever a new client fills out a form.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/static.sheetgo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/AutoCrat-1.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;Autocrat add-on&#8221; title_text=&#8221;AutoCrat (1)&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/static.sheetgo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/AutoCrat-1.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;workflows 8. AutoCrat&#8221; title_text=&#8221;AutoCrat (1)&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]Install the add-on here: <a href=\"https:\/\/workspace.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/autocrat\/539341275670\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">Autocrat add-on for Google Sheets<\/a>.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3>9. MailMeteor<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gsuite.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/mailmeteor_mail_merge_for_gmail\/1008170693301\" target=\"_blank=\" rel=\"noopener\">MailMeteor<\/a> sends templated emails from your personal email address.<\/p>\n<p>First, list your contacts and their information, including name, position, and a personal greeting, in a spreadsheet.<\/p>\n<p>Next, you create a template in the MailMeteor platform and lastly, send the emails from your personal Gmail account.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/static.sheetgo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Mailmeteor-1.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;workflows 9. Mailmeteor&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Mailmeteor (1)&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]Get the add-on here: <a href=\"https:\/\/workspace.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/mailmeteor_for_gmail\/1008170693301\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">MailMeteor add-on<\/a>.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3>10. Presence for Meet<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gsuite.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/presence_for_meet\/685403046297\" target=\"_blank=\" rel=\"noopener\">Presence for Meet<\/a> integrates Google Meet and Google Sheets, letting you track and record meeting attendance and time in a spreadsheet.<\/p>\n<p>With virtual classrooms becoming increasingly common, this add-on is designed for teachers, but it can also be used by anyone managing a team in a digital setting.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s very easy to use, too. Enter the meeting invitees and the meeting code into your linked Google Sheet, and attendance will automatically be tracked.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/static.sheetgo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Presence-for-Meet-1.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;workflows 10. Presence for Meet&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Presence for Meet (1)&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]Install the add-on here: <a href=\"https:\/\/workspace.google.com\/marketplace\/app\/presence_for_meet\/685403046297\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" noreferrer=\"\">Presence for Meet add-on<\/a>.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2>Optimize workflow efficiency with Google Sheets<\/h2>\n<p>And there you have it! With just a Google Sheets add-on, you can optimize your workflow efficiency, saving you and your team a significant amount of time and resources. The ten add-ons listed above are among the best tools to enhance your productivity in Google Sheets.<\/p>\n<p>With an add-on like Sheetgo, you can automate your workflows for the ultimate streamlined business process that maximizes your performance. Using the tools you already have, such as Google Sheets, Google Docs, and Gmail, you can create custom workflows that manage your data for you, or use ready-made solutions that are easy to implement for immediate results.<\/p>\n<p>Interested in becoming a Google Sheets expert? Take a look at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sheetgo.com\/blog\/tag\/spreadsheets\/\">spreadsheets category of the Sheetgo blog<\/a> to learn all about Google Sheets functions, tips, and tricks.<\/p>\n<p>Alternatively, check out some related blog posts below!<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#f9f9ff&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;40px||40px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;15px|25px|15px|25px|true|true&#8221; border_width_left=&#8221;3px&#8221; border_color_left=&#8221;#808e95&#8243; saved_tabs=&#8221;all&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Editor\u2019s note<\/strong>: This is a revised version of a previous post that has been updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Workflow efficiency is a top priority for businesses these days, streamlining their workflows and optimizing performance so that team members are as productive as possible. Google Sheets is just one of the G Suite tools that offers a variety of features to improve productivity. But what about using add-ons to take workflow efficiency to the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":40,"featured_media":44470,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spreadsheets are not just for storing data. They are powerful tools that can transform the way you complete daily tasks and the way you operate your entire business. <\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People often see spreadsheet use as tedious and daunting work. And, they are usually right. People tend to use spreadsheets in outdated ways that unnecessarily complicate things. Spreadsheets should be working for you, not against you. It\u2019s time to improve your workflows with Google Sheets add-ons and change the way you use spreadsheets.<\/span>\n\n&nbsp;\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Access Google Add-ons:<\/span><\/h4>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is really simple to get add-ons for Sheets. The easiest way is to click on the link for the add-on, this will take you to the Google web store, \u00a0just click the <\/span><b>Free <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">button, and the add-on will be added to your Sheets account. Alternatively, you can get the add-on by following these steps:<\/span>\n<ol>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open a spreadsheet<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click the Add-ons button in the navigation menu<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click the Get Add-ons button<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A window will pop up for you to browse<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on any add-on to get more details about it<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click the Free button to get the Add-on<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n&nbsp;\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top Add-ons For Improving Workflows<\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/projectsheet-planning\/ejljeigigmpdnoohkmbpbgdgmgffjahc\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ProjectSheet Planning<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/projectsheet-planning\/ejljeigigmpdnoohkmbpbgdgmgffjahc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ProjectSheet Planning<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to create a schedule and plan for your important projects. You can create and assign tasks and milestones, track progress, and link and chain tasks. You can also allocate resources and a budget. There is a paid and a free version.<\/span>\n\n&nbsp;\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/yet-another-mail-merge\/mgmgmhkohaenhokbdnlpcljckbhpbmef?hl=en\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yet Another Mail Merge<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the name suggests, there are many mail merge tools out there. So why use <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/yet-another-mail-merge\/mgmgmhkohaenhokbdnlpcljckbhpbmef?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yet Another Mail Merge<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? They have more than one million active users and are one of the highest rated add-ons in the Chrome store. So what exactly can you do with this add-on? Send bulk emails from right within a spreadsheet! Whether it\u2019s a customer mailing list or notices for employees, automating the way you send out emails will save you time and give you insights. YAMM tracks email receipts and opens, they are displayed on an intuitive dashboard within your sheet.<\/span>\n\n&nbsp;\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/power-tools\/dofhceeoedodcaheeoacmadcpegkjobi?hl=en\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Power Tools<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/power-tools\/dofhceeoedodcaheeoacmadcpegkjobi?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Power Tools<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a popular add-on that allows you to quickly and efficiently transform the look and functionality of your spreadsheets. The add-on has a powerful toolbar with formatting and formula features. You can quickly alter text, numbers or dates. You can also merge, compare, or combine different sheets. They have a <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/goo.gl\/5aqwsD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">great community<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with plenty of advice on how to get the most out of this add-on.<\/span>\n\n&nbsp;\n<h4>Time Study - BPI Tools<\/h4>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use time study to track your time. This add-on provides three great benefits. You can use it for keeping time sheets and reporting, but you can also use it to help your business processes and workflows. Learn how long tasks really take your employees and schedule projects, milestones, and tasks accordingly.<\/span>\n\n&nbsp;\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/sheetgo\/baljgggfhdleglaneclmjhhmflaombln?hl=en\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sheetgo<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/sheetgo\/baljgggfhdleglaneclmjhhmflaombln?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sheetgo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> allows you to connect multiple sheets from different files. You can append or merge data once, or schedule regular updates hourly, weekly, or whenever you need!<\/span>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/appsheet\/apemmfgpjhplakdihblplkjbakedfehh\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AppSheet<\/span><\/a><\/h4>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/appsheet\/apemmfgpjhplakdihblplkjbakedfehh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AppSheet<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> allows users to create their own app from within a spreadsheet. Users create custom apps for their teams with a variety of functions. The number of business processes you can improve are limitless. Just check out some<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appsheet.com\/SampleApps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> common solutions <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AppSheet provides for its users.<\/span>\n\n&nbsp;\n<h4>Form Workflow Plus Add-on<\/h4>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another add-on with an awesome dashboard to do work differently. Use this add-on to manage workplace approvals and validations. With <a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/form-workflow-plus-add-on\/hebhkoohkbfaaghgcecoglpbhhgpepjo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this add-on<\/a>, you combine Sheets and Forms to create approval processes for things like purchase approvals, payment requests, vacation or time off requests. This is an add-on for users who work with the G Suite, so it is available for business or education.<\/span>\n\n&nbsp;\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/autocrat\/ppgnklghfnlijoafjjkpoakpjjpdkgdj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">autoCrat<\/a><\/h4>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/autocrat\/ppgnklghfnlijoafjjkpoakpjjpdkgdj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">This add-on<\/a> allows you to merge Sheets into Docs. You can create templates and merge certain data fields into a Doc to create customized documents. You can automate the process by telling the add-on to run and certain time intervals, or when new data is added by a Form submission.<\/span>\n\n&nbsp;\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/email-scheduler\/jnieijnfljjknbiniealpiihfjhmglkn?hl=en\">Email Scheduler<\/a><\/h4>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is another add-on that lets you control your outgoing mail from a spreadsheet. There is a free and paid version of this add-on. The free version allows you to schedule emails for a later date or a recurring date. The paid version also tracks receives, opens, and clicks. Use <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/email-scheduler\/jnieijnfljjknbiniealpiihfjhmglkn?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Email Scheduler<\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to automate more of your workflows. <\/span>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/bkper-sheets\/cgjnibofbefehaeeadeomaffglgfpkfl?hl=en\">Bkper<\/a> Sheets<\/h4>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bkper allows companies to manage finance workflows in a cloud-based, centralized platform. It integrates with Google Forms to input data into your sheets, as well as Paypal and Stripe to send out payments. <a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/bkper-sheets\/cgjnibofbefehaeeadeomaffglgfpkfl?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bkper<\/a> is a powerful tool you can use to automate and improve invoice workflows.<\/span>","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[37],"tags":[39,43,28],"class_list":["post-9450","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-google-sheets-features","tag-connections-t","tag-sheetgo","tag-spreadsheets"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sheetgo.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9450","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sheetgo.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sheetgo.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sheetgo.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/40"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sheetgo.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9450"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.sheetgo.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9450\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sheetgo.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/44470"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sheetgo.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9450"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sheetgo.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9450"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sheetgo.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9450"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}