đ Create Dynamic Conditional Borders in Google Sheets (Dark Mode)
đđźLearn how to implement conditional borders for Google Sheets and make your lists stand out with a dark-mode-friendly design.
This setup features a dynamic list with conditional borders in dark mode, designed for easy organization of your data. While Google Sheets doesnât natively support conditional borders, you can import them from Excel and apply this clever method to enhance your Sheets experience.
Why this is Cool
Conditional Borders Hack: Google Sheets doesnât directly allow conditional borders, but by setting them up in Excel and importing, you can apply this popular feature for organized data visualizations.
New Line for Each Value: With this approach, every new entry in column A automatically gets its own bordered row, making it ideal for lists, task management, or any structured data.
Dark Mode Aesthetics: This version uses a sleek dark theme to keep your data visually appealing. Itâs easy on the eyes and professional, while also being functional.
Light Mode Available: If you prefer a different aesthetic, there is also a light mode option available for similar use.
Setup
You need to install the add-on from Marketplace first:
https://workspace.google.com/marketplace/app/cooltables/542146021064
Next, move to your Google Sheets, and navigate to Extensions > Cooltables.
Use the templates section to find this template. Click to copy it to the current spreadsheet.
Another way is to use the add-on sidebar menu. You'll find the "Templates" task, and be able to browse among other templates.
Usage
Adding New Values: When you add a new value in column A, the spreadsheet will automatically apply a new border to create a distinct line. This keeps your lists or tasks neatly separated.
Switching Between Modes: You can choose between dark mode (as shown) or light mode depending on your preference or project needs.
Import from Excel: You don't need to start by setting up conditional borders in Excel, and importing it to Sheets. We did it for you. To use this in your sheet, load the template, and copy the formatting to your sheet.
Load the Cooltables Add-on, apply this setup, and your conditional borders are ready!
Cooltables isn't just about data integration and chart customizationâit also offers a variety of ready-to-use templates designed to streamline your Google Sheets⢠tasks. Whether you're managing data, building reports, or visualizing metrics, our templates are crafted to save you time and effort.
Current Templates
Data Tracking: Perfect for managing and monitoring large datasets with automatic updates and visualization tools.
Financial Reports: Generate professional financial summaries, profit & loss statements, and balance sheets with ease.
Project Management: Keep track of tasks, deadlines, and project progress with a flexible, easy-to-customize layout.
Custom Dashboards: Create interactive dashboards to visualize your data in real time with dynamic charts and metrics.
New templates
And weâre constantly adding more! Our goal is to keep expanding the library with new templates that meet your growing needsâwhether it's for business, personal projects, or anything in between. Stay tuned for future updates and additions to make your Google Sheets⢠experience even more powerful.
With Cooltables, you'll always have access to the latest tools and templates, helping you get more done in less time.
đĽ°Our Approach:
Maximizing Formulas for Speed and Functionality
Maximizing Formulas for Speed and Functionality
At Cooltables, we believe in harnessing the full power of Google Sheets⢠formulas to deliver fast, functional, and dynamic templates. Our templates are designed to be business-oriented, catering to dashboards, infographics, and analyticsâwithout requiring you to understand the underlying formulas.
Why Formulas?
We push Google Sheets formulas to their limits, enabling smooth performance even with large datasets. This allows our templates to handle hundreds of rows of data and generate individual charts for each valueâsomething difficult to achieve in traditional BI tools like Looker Studio, which is better suited for static charts.
Easy to Use
All our templates are easy to replicate. You donât need to know how they're built; simply load your data, and the template does the rest.
Dynamic Charts & Visualizations
Cooltables templates leverage Google Sheetsâ flexibility to create dynamic, serialized charts that update as your data changes. Unlike static BI tools, our charts adapt in real time and can display visualizations for large datasets, making them ideal for tracking multiple metrics simultaneously.
By focusing on speed, functionality, and ease of use, we ensure that every Cooltables template is optimized for real-world business needsâhelping you visualize and analyze data effectively within the familiar environment of Google Sheetsâ˘.
đGet done more with Cooltables!
Cooltables Add-On for Google Sheetsâ˘: Elevate Your Spreadsheets
Cooltables is an essential tool designed to simplify your experience with Google Sheetsâ˘. Whether you're dealing with massive datasets or need advanced chart customization like the one above, Cooltables is packed with features to help you optimize your workflow.
Key Features:
Sheets to BigQuery Integration: Load your Sheets data into BigQuery without worrying about cell limits or long loading times. Set it up once, and the add-on remembers your configurations, making future tasks a breeze.
Task History: Track up to 30 previous tasks, easily rename them for quick identification, and replay or modify tasks whenever needed.
Custom Charts & Visualization: Beyond standard features, Cooltables allows you to create stunning visualizations like the SPARKLINE-filled bar chart with rounded corners shown earlier. Customize colors, gradients, and layouts effortlessly.
Innovative Data Detection: Using the built-in "Tabler" script, Cooltables automatically detects table positions, headers, and column data types from your sheets.
With the Cooltables Add-On, you're not just limited to BigQuery integrationâyou can create visually appealing charts, manage data efficiently, and access upcoming features that will continuously enhance your Sheets experience.
Try the Cooltables Add-On today and discover how it makes working with Google Sheets⢠easier, faster, and more enjoyable!
