Can a clicked product name in the Products tab trigger a script to open the Parts sheet and filter to show that product’s details in a Google Sheets spreadsheet?
In my previous project, I achieved a similar functionality by leveraging Google Apps Script to detect cell clicks in one tab and automatically switch to another sheet while applying filters. I used a custom function attached to an onEdit trigger so that when a product name was clicked, it would extract the cell value and then activate the Parts sheet. The script would then set a filter on the relevant column to display only the relevant details. Building and testing such a solution required careful debugging to handle events correctly, but in the end, the results were robust and efficient.
i did a similar thing usin an onSelectionChange event that switched tabs and auto filtered the data. it took some tinkering with the cel names for consistency but it worked ok for my needs
In my experience, it is feasible to use Google Apps Script to create an interactive experience where clicking on a product name directs you to another sheet and applies a dynamic filter. I utilized an installable trigger to capture changes, then processed the click to extract the product value. The approach involved switching tabs and applying a filter based on user-defined criteria. Debugging the event timing and ensuring cell value integrity were key to establishing a consistent behavior. Although it required careful testing, the final implementation offered a seamless navigation mechanism.
I once tackled a similar problem when I needed to build a dynamic device information dashboard in Google Sheets. I used a combination of an onEdit trigger to capture when a product cell was selected and a custom function to navigate to a details sheet. I had to be cautious with the selection verification to avoid false positives and ensure that the filter applied accurately. The process involved refining the script multiple times to balance responsiveness with error handling. In the end, thorough testing and iterative adjustments were key to achieving reliable performance.
tried a tweak with onEdits using a custom condition check. it auto flips the sheet and applies a filter. not super smooth sometimes, but after a few tweaks, it works decent enough in my spread.