Google Workspace: Find values in a sheet containing a search term

Find values in a sheet containing a search term.

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Find values in a sheet containing a search term.

Add it to a process

In the process designer, open the Add step tab. Find Find values in a sheet containing a search term under Google Workspace › Sheets, or type its name in the search box, and drag it onto the canvas.

Fields

FieldRequiredWhat it does
KeyYesText to search for
RangeYesCell range to search within in A1 notation
VariableNoName of the variable where the result will be stored
Case sensitiveNoWhether the search is case-sensitive (default false) Default: off.

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Tips

  • Use Match entire cell when searching for exact values like IDs
  • The result array is empty if no matches are found

Related functions

  • Find and replace – Find and replace values
  • Read sheet range – Read a specific range

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