Hey everyone! I’m new to Google Sheets scripts and I’m feeling a bit lost. Can someone explain how to use them properly? I keep having to make new projects in the script editor. Is that normal?
Also, I’m trying to add trendlines to my charts. It seems like such a basic feature, but I can’t figure out how to do it. Does anyone know if there’s a script that can help with this?
I’d love to be able to select data and add trendlines easily. Any tips or scripts would be super helpful! I’m not a coding pro, but I’m willing to learn if needed. Thanks in advance for any help!
hey stella! for scripts, u don’t need new projects each time. just use one script file for multiple functions. go to Tools > Script editor.
for trendlines, try the TREND function. it’s like =TREND(known_y’s, known_x’s, new_x’s). plot this as a new series for a trendline.
there’s also some cool add-ons in the marketplace that can do this automatically. just be careful with permissions!
I’ve been using Google Sheets for a while now, and I can relate to your struggles. For scripts, you don’t need to create a new project each time. You can add multiple functions to a single script file. Just go to Tools > Script editor and start writing your functions there.
As for trendlines, you’re right that it should be easier! Unfortunately, Google Sheets doesn’t have a built-in feature for this yet. However, I’ve found a workaround. You can use the FORECAST function to create a series of predicted values, then plot those as a separate series on your chart. It’s not perfect, but it gets the job done.
If you’re comfortable with a bit of coding, there are some community-created scripts that can add trendlines automatically. Just be careful when using scripts from unknown sources. Always review the code before running it in your sheet.
Regarding scripts, you don’t need to create new projects each time. One script file can contain multiple functions. Access it via Tools > Script editor.
For trendlines, while Google Sheets lacks a direct feature, there’s a workaround. Use the LINEST function to calculate slope and intercept, then create a series using these values. Plot this alongside your data for a trendline effect.
Example:
=LINEST(B2:B10, A2:A10)
This returns slope and intercept. Use these to generate your trendline points.
For automatic trendlines, some third-party add-ons are available in the Google Workspace Marketplace. They can simplify the process, but always review permissions before installing.