Hey everyone! I’m working on a project to catalog my Pokemon trading card collection. I’ve got a Google Sheets template ready, but I need help filling it out with info from a list I’ve made. There are about 155 cards left to add.
Here’s what I need:
Add card details from the list to the template
Include image links for each card
Mark if cards are 1st Edition, Holo, or Reverse Holo
Update the total count of checked items in the top left
If possible, change text color from grey to green when a checkbox is ticked
I’ve already done a few entries to show how it should look. Knowledge of Pokemon cards is a plus, but not required. I can share the Google Sheets file with the template and list.
No strict deadline, but I’m hoping to get this done within a day or so. Let me know if you have any questions or need more info. Thanks in advance for the help!
As someone who’s been collecting Pokémon cards for years, I totally get where you’re coming from with this project! I actually did something similar a while back, and I found a few tricks that might help speed things up for you.
First off, have you considered using the IMPORTXML function in Google Sheets? It can pull data directly from Pokémon card databases online, which could save you tons of time. You’d just need to set up the right queries.
For the image links, I’d recommend using a site like Pokellector or TCGplayer. They usually have high-quality scans of most cards, and their URLs are pretty consistent.
As for the formatting stuff, like changing text color when a checkbox is ticked, that’s doable with some simple Google Sheets formulas. I can share the one I used if you’re interested.
Lastly, 155 cards isn’t too bad. With a bit of practice, you could probably knock that out in a few hours. Let me know if you want any more specific tips – always happy to help a fellow collector!
hey sophia, i’ve done similr projects before. quick tip: try using tcgplayer’s api for card data - it’s way faster than manual entry. for formatting, use conditional formatting in sheets to change text color. good luck with ur project! lemme know if u need more help
I’ve tackled similar projects before, and I can offer some advice to streamline your process. For efficient data entry, consider using the VLOOKUP function in Google Sheets. This can automate matching card names to their corresponding details from a separate reference sheet. Regarding image links, Pokémon TCG API (https://pokemontcg.io/) is a reliable resource. It provides high-quality card images and extensive data that you can integrate directly into your spreadsheet. For formatting, utilize conditional formatting rules in Google Sheets. This will allow you to automatically change text color based on checkbox status. You can also use the COUNTIF function to update the total count of checked items dynamically. If you’re comfortable with scripts, Google Apps Script can further automate these processes, potentially reducing your workload significantly. Feel free to reach out if you need more detailed guidance on implementing any of these suggestions.