Common questions when considering Google AppSheet

AppSheet apps work great on both desktop and mobile devices, and they are used for a variety of business use cases including project management, operations, field work, human resources, sales, and marketing.

AppSheet is a true no-code platform, which means anyone can build rich apps and automated processes without writing a line of code. The AppSheet Editor helps make creation easier by automatically generating app prototypes and providing smart suggestions for quick customizations. AppSheet also uses spreadsheet-like expressions to incorporate advanced logic to do things like filter data, create dynamic UI elements, and set up workflow automations.

AppSheet integrates directly with Google Workspace in a variety of ways. Some of the most common uses include:

• App data and files can be stored in Google Sheets and Google Drive folders.
• Apps can be integrated directly into Gmail emails using dynamic emails .
• Google Calendar can be connected to incorporate event data in apps.
• Google Meet can be initiated directly from within AppSheet apps.
• AppSheet Automation can be used to move or update data in any connected source.

Learn more about using Google Workspace and AppSheet together here.

Besides AppSheet's native data source, AppSheet databases, apps can connect to various data sources. These include: Google Sheets, Google Drive, Microsoft Excel files, Cloud SQL, Apigee, Microsoft Azure SQL, AWS, Salesforce objects, Smartsheet, OData, and more.

Yes, ‘unbranded’ apps are versions of AppSheet apps that can be published directly to the iOS App Store and Android Play store. Learn more about unbranded white label apps .

No. Although the most common way to get started is by using your Google Workspace account, you can also create apps with a Microsoft, Dropbox, Box, Smartsheet, or Salesforce account.

For quick app creation tutorials, visit the Google Workspace Youtube channel , our “How to create an app” guide , or our AppSheet Training course on Google Cloud Skills Boost . For specific questions and troubleshooting, read AppSheet Help documents and engage with the active community of creators around the world.

The most common methods for starting an application is to start with an existing data source (usually a Google Sheet) or by copying an app template (that comes with its own data source). Learn about how to prepare a data source for an app .

Use the complete set of AppSheet features at no cost while building one or many app prototypes. Invite up to 10 users at no cost to test your apps and share feedback.