Data & Databases

Automatically update Google Sheets on a scheduled interval

4 nodes 275 125 Scheduled trigger
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Workflow Description

Automate data updates in Google Sheets at predefined times using scheduled triggers. Enables businesses to process and refresh spreadsheet data periodically without manual intervention, maintaining data currency across workflows.

How it works

  1. 1.Activate workflow execution at specified times using Cron scheduling
  2. 2.Connect to the target Google Sheets document
  3. 3.Execute the required data processing or update operation
  4. 4.Automatically save results to the spreadsheet

Use cases

  • Refresh daily sales reports from external data sources
  • Synchronize inventory levels at regular intervals
  • Create recurring backups of critical business data

Requirements

  • Active Google account with Sheets editing permissions
  • Pre-existing Google Sheets document configured and accessible
  • Basic understanding of Cron expressions or selection from preset schedules

Service Value

Ready-made workflow template for automation delivery and service execution.

Apps Used

Google Sheets Schedule

Details

Trigger Scheduled trigger
Nodes 4
Apps 2
Views 275
Downloads 125

How to Use

  1. 1.Click "Download Template"
  2. 2.Open your n8n dashboard
  3. 3.Go to Workflows > Import from File
  4. 4.Select downloaded file and configure credentials

Nodes Used (4)

Read Sheet

Google Sheets

#1

Cron

Cron

#2

Write Sheet 2

Google Sheets

#3

Write Sheet 1

Google Sheets

#4