gws-sheets-read
Google Sheets: Read values from a spreadsheet.
Best use case
gws-sheets-read is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Google Sheets: Read values from a spreadsheet.
Teams using gws-sheets-read should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/gws-sheets-read/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How gws-sheets-read Compares
| Feature / Agent | gws-sheets-read | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Google Sheets: Read values from a spreadsheet.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# sheets +read > **PREREQUISITE:** Read `../gws-shared/SKILL.md` for auth, global flags, and security rules. If missing, run `gws generate-skills` to create it. Read values from a spreadsheet ## Usage ```bash gws sheets +read --spreadsheet <ID> --range <RANGE> ``` ## Flags | Flag | Required | Default | Description | |------|----------|---------|-------------| | `--spreadsheet` | ✓ | — | Spreadsheet ID | | `--range` | ✓ | — | Range to read (e.g. 'Sheet1!A1:B2') | ## Examples ```bash gws sheets +read --spreadsheet ID --range "Sheet1!A1:D10" gws sheets +read --spreadsheet ID --range Sheet1 ``` ## Tips - Read-only — never modifies the spreadsheet. - For advanced options, use the raw values.get API. ## See Also - [gws-shared](../gws-shared/SKILL.md) — Global flags and auth - [gws-sheets](../gws-sheets/SKILL.md) — All read and write spreadsheets commands
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