How to Export Data from Looker to Google Sheets?

Looker is a data exploration and visualization tool that helps organizations make data-driven decisions. One of the key features of Looker is the ability to export data from Looker to various external platforms and tools, including Google Sheets. In this post, we’ll walk you through the steps to export data from Looker to Google Sheets.

Step 1: Create a New Google Sheet or Open an Existing One

To start, you’ll need to either create a new Google Sheet or open an existing one. If you’re creating a new Google Sheet, simply go to Google Drive, click the “New” button, and select “Google Sheets”. If you already have a Google Sheet, simply open it.

Step 2: Go to the Explore Page in Looker

In Looker, go to the explore page for the data you want to export. The explore page is where you can view and interact with the data in Looker. On the explore page, you’ll see a number of options for exploring, analyzing, and visualizing the data.

Step 3: Click the “Export” Button

Once you’re on the explore page in Looker, click the “Export” button in the top right corner of the page. This will open the export options menu.

Step 4: Select “Google Sheets” as the Export Destination

In the export options menu, select “Google Sheets” as the export destination. This will launch the Google Sheets export wizard.

Step 5: Authorize Looker to Access Your Google Account

At this point, Looker may prompt you to authorize access to your Google account. This is a standard security measure that ensures that Looker can access your Google Sheet to export the data. To authorize access, simply click the “Authorize” button and follow the prompts.

Step 6: Choose the Google Sheet and Worksheet

Once Looker has been authorized to access your Google account, you’ll need to choose the Google Sheet and worksheet where you want to export the data. To do this, select the Google Sheet from the list of available sheets, and then select the worksheet within that sheet.

Step 7: Export the Data

Once you’ve selected the Google Sheet and worksheet, simply click the “Export” button to complete the export process. The data from Looker will be exported to the specified worksheet in the Google Sheet.

Conclusion

Exporting data from Looker to Google Sheets is a straightforward process that can be completed in just a few steps. By exporting data from Looker to Google Sheets, organizations can take advantage of the data exploration and visualization capabilities of Looker, while also leveraging the powerful collaboration and data analysis capabilities of Google Sheets. Whether you’re a data analyst, a business analyst, or a decision-maker, exporting data from Looker to Google Sheets is a great way to get the most out of your data.

About Me:-
My name is Om Prakash Singh – welcome to my blog!
I am a data analytics consultant with a specialty in Looker. With years of experience in the field, I have developed a strong understanding of data analysis and visualization, and have a passion for helping organizations make informed decisions through data-driven insights. My expertise lies in utilizing Looker, a leading data platform, to help businesses turn their data into actionable insights, streamline their data processes, and drive growth. I am dedicated to sharing my knowledge and experience with others through this blog, and I hope you will find the content informative and valuable. Whether you’re a seasoned data professional or just starting out, I believe there is something here for everyone. Thank you for stopping by and I look forward to connecting with you!
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