How to get mail merge in google sheets

Mail merge is a powerful feature that allows you to combine data from a spreadsheet with a template to create personalized documents, such as letters, emails, or reports. While Google Sheets doesn't have a built-in mail merge feature like Microsoft Excel, you can still achieve similar results using a combination of Google Sheets formulas, scripts, and add-ons. Here are a few methods to get you started:

Method 1: Using Google Sheets formulas

You can use Google Sheets formulas to merge data from a spreadsheet with a template. Here's an example:

1. Create a template document (e.g., a Google Doc) with placeholders for the data you want to merge.
2. In your Google Sheet, create a new column with the formula =CONCATENATE(A2," ",B2) (assuming your data is in columns A and B).
3. Copy the formula down to the rest of the cells in the column.
4. In your template document, replace the placeholders with the merged data using the =IMPORTRANGE function. For example, =IMPORTRANGE("spreadsheetID", "Sheet1!A2") would import the value from cell A2 in your Google Sheet.

Method 2: Using Google Apps Script

You can use Google Apps Script to create a mail merge script that automates the process. Here's an example:

1. Create a new script in your Google Sheet by going to Tools > Script editor.
2. In the script editor, create a function that loops through your data and merges it with a template. For example:

   
   function mailMerge() {
   var sheet = SpreadsheetApp.getActiveSheet();
   var data = sheet.getDataRange().getValues();
   var template = DocumentApp.openById("templateID").getBody();

for (var i = 0; i < data.length; i++) { var row = data[i]; var doc = DocumentApp.createDocument(); doc.getBody().appendParagraph(row[0] + " " + row[1]); doc.saveAs("merged_" + i + ".docx"); } }

3. Run the script by clicking the "Run" button or pressing Ctrl+Enter.

**Method 3: Using add-ons**

There are several add-ons available in the Google Workspace Marketplace that can help you with mail merge, such as:

1. **AutoCrat**: A popular add-on that allows you to create custom documents, including mail merge, using a simple interface.
2. **DocRaptor**: An add-on that converts Google Sheets data into PDF, Word, or HTML documents, including mail merge.
3. **Merge**: An add-on that allows you to merge data from Google Sheets with a template to create custom documents.

To use an add-on, follow these steps:

1. Go to the Google Workspace Marketplace and search for the add-on you want to use.
2. Click the "Install" button to add the add-on to your Google Sheet.
3. Follow the add-on's instructions to set up and use the mail merge feature.

Remember to always review the terms of service and any usage limits before using an add-on.