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Accessing your BigQuery SQL query results directly in Google Sheets is essential for flexible analysis, custom reporting, and sharing insights with your team.
Instead of manual exports, you can set up a live connection that keeps your spreadsheet updated automatically.
This guide shows you how to import your BigQuery SQL data into Google Sheets using Coefficient.
TLDR
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Step 1:
Step 1. Install Coefficient from the Google Workspace Marketplace and connect to your BigQuery account.
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Step 2:
Step 2. Select Import from… and choose BigQuery, then select the SQL object.
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Step 3:
Step 3. Enter your SQL query, configure settings, and pull the data into your Google Sheet.
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Step 4:
Step 4. Set up auto-refresh to keep your SQL query results updated automatically on your preferred schedule.
Step 1: Install and Connect Coefficient
First, you need to get Coefficient for Google Sheets.
- Open Google Sheets.
- Go to Extensions > Add-ons > Get add-ons.
- Search for “Coefficient” and install it from the Google Workspace Marketplace.
Once installed, open the Coefficient add-on from Extensions > Coefficient > Launch.
In the Coefficient sidebar, click “Import from…” and find BigQuery in the list of connectors. You’ll be guided to connect your BigQuery account securely.
Step 2: Import BigQuery SQL Data
After connecting, you’ll see options for importing data from BigQuery.
- Select the “SQL” object from the available options.
- Enter your custom SQL query in the provided editor.
- You can apply filters, select specific columns, and preview the data before importing.
- Click “Import” to pull the query results into your active Google Sheet tab.
Step 3: Set Up Auto-Refresh (Optional)
To keep your BigQuery SQL query results current, set up an automatic refresh schedule.
In the Coefficient sidebar, find your imported data.
- Click the “Refresh” button or the three-dot menu next to your import.
- Select “Schedule Refresh”.
- Choose your desired frequency (e.g., daily, hourly, weekly) and time.
Coefficient will now automatically update your sheet with the latest data from BigQuery based on your schedule.
Available BigQuery Objects
- Columns
- SQL
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How to get SQL from BigQuery?
Connect BigQuery to Google Sheets using Coefficient. You can then select the ‘SQL’ object, enter your query, and import the results directly into your sheet.
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How do I get a list of SQL in BigQuery?
Coefficient allows you to run custom SQL queries against your BigQuery database and pull the results into Google Sheets. There isn’t a list of ‘SQL’ itself, but you can run any valid query.
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How to automate importing BigQuery SQL to Google Sheets daily?
With Coefficient, you can set up a daily auto-refresh schedule for your BigQuery SQL import. This keeps your sheet updated automatically with the latest query results.
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How do I download SQL data from BigQuery?
Coefficient allows you to run SQL queries against BigQuery and import the results directly into Google Sheets, effectively ‘downloading’ the data defined by your query.
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How to send email alerts about SQL data from BigQuery?
While Coefficient imports the data, you can use Google Sheets features or other tools combined with Coefficient’s auto-refresh to trigger email alerts based on changes in the imported BigQuery SQL query results.
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