gws-sheets-read

Name: gws-sheets-read
Availability: InStock
Author: 73ai

Read values from a Google Sheets spreadsheet using the Sheets API.

4|2|Updated Feb 26, 2026

Search Tags:#authorization #cli #spreadsheet #read #google-sheets #data-access

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npx skills add https://github.com/73ai/openbotkit --skill gws-sheets-read-73ai

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gws-sheets-read
Source: https://github.com/73ai/openbotkit/tree/main/skills/gws-sheets-read
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/73ai/openbotkit --skill gws-sheets-read-73ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Retrieve values from a Google Sheets spreadsheet efficiently, enabling automated data access without manual copy-paste.

Core Features & Use Cases

Read a specified range (e.g., "Sheet1!A1:D10") from a Google Sheets document.
Fetch header rows or single-cell values for quick verification and reporting.
Use in automation workflows to populate local databases or analytics pipelines from Sheets data.

Quick Start

Use this skill to read values from a Google Sheets range.

Frequently Asked Questions about gws-sheets-read

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I read values from a Google Sheets spreadsheet using a CLI?▼

You can read values from a Google Sheets spreadsheet using the gws sheets read command, which fetches specified ranges directly via the Sheets API for automated data access.

Can I fetch a specific range like Sheet1!A1:D10 from Google Sheets?▼

Yes, you can fetch a specified range such as Sheet1!A1:D10 from a Google Sheets document. The skill retrieves header rows, single-cell values, or full ranges for quick verification and reporting.

Do I need authentication to read data from Google Sheets?▼

Yes, authentication is required to read Google Sheets data. The skill uses the gws-shared authentication framework to authorize access before fetching values from the Sheets API.

What is the best way to extract Google Sheets headers for analytics pipelines?▼

The best way to extract Google Sheets headers for analytics is using this read skill to fetch header rows or cell values, enabling you to populate local databases or analytics pipelines without manual copy-paste.

Does this Google Sheets read skill modify or write data back to the spreadsheet?▼

No, this skill is strictly for reading values from a Google Sheets spreadsheet. It fetches data from the Sheets API for analytics and reporting but does not modify or write data back to the source document.