I want to compile statistics in a Google Sheet that count files in a Drive folder (including subfolders) based on hashtag tags in document descriptions. Any ideas?
I encountered a similar requirement in a project where I needed to track hashtag usage in file descriptions on Google Drive. I developed a custom solution using Google Apps Script to traverse through folders recursively and extract metadata. I made sure to include robust error handling and manage execution limits, as processing large datasets can quickly exceed quotas. I also observed that handling unexpected file description formats required extensive testing and regex adjustments. Overall, the key was balancing efficiency with error management to produce reliable statistics over time.
I have tackled a similar challenge by building a custom Google Apps Script that navigates folders and their subfolders, extracts file descriptions, and uses a regular expression to match hashtags. The process involves iterating through each file, collecting descriptions, and then updating a Google Sheet with the counts. I found that testing the regex thoroughly is key, as descriptions can vary widely in format. Permissions may also require careful consideration for nested folders when running the script.