I need a way to configure Google Sheets so that the column widths adjust on their own to accommodate the text entered, without having to manually resize them each time new data is added. I’m looking for a solution that automatically sets the column size to perfectly fit the content. Could anyone guide me on how to implement this adjustment?
i found a workaround using a time-driven trigger script that runs periodically to adjust the column width based on current content. it’s not realtime but frees you from manual resizing. works pretty well for me even though it might lag a bit sometimes
I experimented with an approach combining both time triggers and the onChange trigger to address varied scenarios. I developed a script that initially checks for bulk data imports using the onChange trigger, then periodically adjusts the widths to accommodate smaller changes, which worked well for my data that was modified in real-time and via imports. The script required some testing to fine-tune the resizing metrics for different content types, but it significantly reduced manual interventions by ensuring near-automatic adjustment in most cases.
hey, i ended up using a google script with an onedit trigger to autoadjust the col widths. its not perfect and needs a bit of fiddlling but works for me. hope it helps!
I encountered a similar issue recently and found that using the onChange trigger instead of the onEdit trigger provided a more reliable solution. The script I developed listens for changes in the sheet and automatically calls the auto resize function for the columns that are affected. This approach has proven to be more robust, especially when importing data or performing batch updates, as it handles multiple types of modifications. Although it required some fine-tuning initially, it has saved me considerable time by eliminating the need for manual adjustments every time. It’s definitely worth exploring if you often modify data.
I implemented a similar solution using a Google Apps Script that listens for changes. I chose to work with an onEdit trigger because my workflow primarily involves small edits rather than massive data imports. The script simply checks for changes in the active sheet and calls the autoResizeColumn method for the affected column. While the method sometimes requires slight adjustments for certain data structures or when handling pasted content, it has notably reduced the need for manual interventions, thereby streamlining my data entry process.