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Create a clean table — SheetSteps
Getting started

How to create a table in Google Sheets

Structure raw data with headers, types, filters and totals so sorting and formulas keep working as the sheet grows.

Published July 24, 2026 · Updated July 27, 2026
VLOOKUP that actually works — SheetSteps
Formulas

How to use VLOOKUP in Google Sheets

Look up an ID, return the matching entry and fix the range, index and exact-match mistakes behind most VLOOKUP errors.

Published July 20, 2026 · Updated July 27, 2026
Connect two Sheets with IMPORTRANGE — SheetSteps
AI & automation

How to use IMPORTRANGE in Google Sheets

Pull a reliable range from another spreadsheet, grant access once and combine it with QUERY without creating a fragile chain.

Published July 18, 2026 · Updated July 27, 2026
Search in Google Sheets — SheetSteps
Getting started

How to search in Google Sheets

Find text, numbers and formulas in one sheet or the full workbook.

Published June 15, 2026 · Updated July 27, 2026
Subtract in Google Sheets — SheetSteps
Formulas

How to subtract in Google Sheets

Subtract cells, dates and fixed amounts with formulas that copy correctly.

Published June 19, 2026 · Updated July 27, 2026
Filter in Google Sheets — SheetSteps
Getting started

How to filter in Google Sheets

Show only matching rows, save personal filter views and avoid changing what teammates see.

Published June 17, 2026 · Updated July 25, 2026