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recipe-copy-sheet-for-new-month

Duplicate a Google Sheets template tab and rename it for a new month.

30.3k|1.8k|Updated Mar 2, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#template#spreadsheet#google sheets#monthly tracking
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/googleworkspace/cli --skill recipe-copy-sheet-for-new-month-googleworkspace
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: recipe-copy-sheet-for-new-month
Source: https://github.com/googleworkspace/cli/tree/main/skills/recipe-copy-sheet-for-new-month
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/googleworkspace/cli --skill recipe-copy-sheet-for-new-month-googleworkspace

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of creating a new tab in a Google Sheet for a new month, based on a template, streamlining monthly tracking setup.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Template Duplication: Copies an existing sheet tab to serve as a new month's tracker.
  • Tab Renaming: Automatically renames the newly created tab to reflect the current month.
  • Use Case: A project manager can use this to quickly set up a new monthly progress tracking sheet by duplicating the previous month's template and renaming it to the current month.

Quick Start

Duplicate the default sheet tab for the next month and name it 'March 2025'.

Frequently Asked Questions about recipe-copy-sheet-for-new-month

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I duplicate a Google Sheets tab for a new month automatically?▼

Yes, you can automate monthly tracking setup in Google Sheets by using this skill to duplicate a template tab and automatically rename it for the new month. It programmatically updates sheet properties to reflect the current tracking period.

What is the best way to copy a spreadsheet template and rename it for monthly tracking?▼

The best way to copy a spreadsheet template for monthly tracking is using this skill to duplicate the tab and update its name via the Google Sheets API. It avoids manual duplication errors and quickly prepares a new month's tracker.

Do I need the gws-sheets skill to duplicate a sheet tab for a new month?▼

Yes, the gws-sheets skill is required because this tool depends on it to execute the Google Sheets API operations for copying and renaming tabs. Without it, the spreadsheet management functions cannot run.

Can I use this automation to name my new Google Sheets tab 'March 2025'?▼

Yes, you can use this automation to name your new Google Sheets tab 'March 2025'. It duplicates the default sheet tab and applies the specific month and year name you provide to the newly created tracking tab.

Does this skill update existing sheet properties or create a completely new spreadsheet?▼

This skill updates existing sheet properties by duplicating a tab within your current Google Sheet, rather than creating a completely new spreadsheet. It programmatically copies the template and modifies the new tab's name for monthly tracking.

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