Free template: combine Excel data with Google Sheets data
Combine Excel data with Google Sheets data without writing a single line of code.
The Parabola Team
Transform your data in five easy steps using Parabola's drag-and-drop interface, powered by AI.
- Set up your data sources by creating a new Parabola flow, uploading your Excel file, and linking your Google Sheets document.
- Configure your Excel import by selecting the specific worksheets and ranges you need. Ensure your Excel data is properly formatted.
- Prepare your Google Sheets connection by selecting the relevant sheets and ranges. Structure your spreadsheet data for seamless integration.
- Combine your datasets using Parabola's transformation tools. This step lets you match corresponding columns and create rules for merging your spreadsheet data.
- Generate your results by previewing the combined data and running your automated flow. This process will sync automatically on schedule.
How to Parabola's Excel integration
Parabola seamlessly integrates with Excel files to transform your data processing workflows.
- Direct import of Excel files without manual data copying
- Automatic handling of multiple sheets and named ranges
- Real-time data processing with scheduled updates
Pulling data from Excel
Parabola's Pull from Excel file step allows users to easily import their spreadsheet data into their Flow. This step handles various Excel file formats and automatically recognizes column headers and data types, making it simple to begin working with your data immediately.
Key features
- Automatic column type detection
- Support for multiple sheets within a workbook
- Preservation of data formatting
- Handling of merged cells
- Error checking and validation
How to use
- Add the Pull from Excel file step to your Flow
- Upload your Excel file
- Select the specific sheet you want to import
- Configure any additional import settings
- Preview your data before proceeding
How to use Parabola's Google Sheets integration
Parabola's Google Sheets integration provides a seamless connection to your cloud-based spreadsheet data.
- Real-time synchronization with your Google Sheets
- Secure OAuth authentication
- Automated data refresh capabilities
Pulling data from Google Sheets
The Pull from Google Sheets step in Parabola allows you to connect directly to your Google Sheets files. This integration maintains live connections to your spreadsheets, ensuring your Flow always works with the most current data.
Key features
- Direct connection to Google Sheets
- Support for multiple sheets within a Sheet
- Automatic data type recognition
- Real-time data syncing
How to use
- Add the Pull from Google Sheets step to your Flow
- Authenticate your Google account
- Select your target Google Sheet
- Choose specific sheets or ranges to import
- Configure update settings
Combining Excel and Google Sheets
Once you've imported data from both sources, Parabola's Combine Tables step allows you to merge your Excel and Google Sheets data seamlessly. This powerful feature enables you to create unified datasets while maintaining data integrity and relationships between different sources.
Key features
- Multiple combining table methods
- Automatic column matching
- Extract text
- Remove duplicates
- Preview of combined data
AI workflow automations
How to use
- Add the Combine Tables step to your Flow
- Select your Excel and Google Sheets data sources
- Choose your combination method
- Map corresponding columns
- Configure any additional matching rules
- Run the step to merge your data
Practical use cases and examples
Data consolidation
Combine historical sales data stored in Excel with current sales metrics tracked in Google Sheets to create comprehensive sales reports. This allows teams to maintain historical records while leveraging real-time collaborative features for current data.
Inventory management
Merge inventory counts from multiple locations where some stores use Excel for tracking while others use Google Sheets. This creates a single source of truth for inventory levels across all locations.
Customer data integration
Combine customer information stored in legacy Excel files with new customer data collected through Google Sheets forms. This creates a complete customer database while maintaining the flexibility of both platforms.
By using Parabola to combine Excel and Google Sheets data, you can automate your data processes and eliminate manual data entry errors. The platform's visual interface makes it easy to build and maintain these data workflows while ensuring accuracy and consistency in your combined datasets.
