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Accessing your Looker Explores data 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 Looker Explores 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 Looker account.
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Step 2:
Step 2. Select Import from… and choose Looker, then select the Explores object.
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Step 3:
Step 3. Configure your import settings and pull the data into your Google Sheet.
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Step 4:
Step 4. Set up auto-refresh to keep your Explores data 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 Looker in the list of connectors. You’ll be guided to connect your Looker account securely.
Step 2: Import Looker Explores Data
After connecting, you’ll see options for importing data from Looker.
- Select the “Explores” object from the available options.
- Choose the specific explores you want to import.
- You can apply filters, select specific columns, and preview the data before importing.
- Click “Import” to pull the data into your active Google Sheet tab.
Step 3: Set Up Auto-Refresh (Optional)
To keep your Looker Explores data 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 Looker based on your schedule.
Available Looker Objects
- Explores
- Dashboards
- Looks
- URLs
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How to get Explores from Looker?
Connect Looker to Google Sheets using Coefficient. You can then select the ‘Explores’ object and import the data directly into your sheet.
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How do I get a list of Explores in Looker?
Use Coefficient’s import feature for Looker. Select the ‘Explores’ object to pull a list of available explores into your Google Sheet.
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How to automate importing Looker Explores to Google Sheets daily?
With Coefficient, you can set up a daily auto-refresh schedule for your Looker Explores import. This keeps your sheet updated automatically.
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How do I download Explores data from Looker?
Coefficient allows you to download or import live Explores data from Looker directly into Google Sheets, avoiding manual export processes.
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How to send email alerts about Explores data from Looker?
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 Looker Explores data.
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