Short answer: Yes! Download your Google Sheets as Excel, then upload to CSV2Invoice.
Google Sheets users can easily convert their spreadsheets to professional PDF invoices using our Excel to invoice generator. It's a simple two-step process.
How to Convert Google Sheets to Invoices
The process takes less than a minute:
- Open your Google Sheets file
- Click File → Download → Microsoft Excel (.xlsx)
- Upload the downloaded Excel file to CSV2Invoice
- Map your columns to invoice fields
- Generate PDF invoices in bulk
That's it! Google Sheets exports to Excel format perfectly, and our system handles the rest.
Google Sheets Export Options
- Microsoft Excel (.xlsx): Recommended, modern format
- CSV (.csv): Also works, simpler format
- Both formats: Fully supported by CSV2Invoice
- No quality loss: Data exports perfectly
Why Export to Excel Instead of CSV?
While both formats work, Excel (XLSX) has advantages:
- Preserves data types: Numbers stay as numbers, dates as dates
- Better encoding: Handles special characters correctly
- Formula values: Exports calculated values from formulas
- Multiple formats: You can choose XLSX or CSV depending on preference
For most users, Excel export from Google Sheets is the best option.
Step-by-Step: Google Sheets to Invoice
1. Prepare Your Google Sheets Data
Structure your Google Sheets with:
- Row 1: Column headers (Order ID, Customer Name, Amount, etc.)
- Row 2+: One invoice per row
- Clean data: Remove empty rows and columns
2. Export from Google Sheets
In your Google Sheets file:
- Click File in the top menu
- Hover over Download
- Select Microsoft Excel (.xlsx)
- File downloads to your computer
3. Upload to CSV2Invoice
Once you have the Excel file:
- Go to CSV2Invoice Excel to Invoice page
- Upload your exported Excel file
- Map Google Sheets columns to invoice fields
- Add your company details
- Generate professional PDF invoices
Does Google Sheets Export Work for Large Files?
Yes! Google Sheets can export files with thousands of rows. Keep in mind:
- CSV2Invoice limit: 2,000 invoices per batch
- Google Sheets export: No practical limit for most users
- Large files: Split into multiple exports if needed
For files larger than 2,000 rows, export in batches using Google Sheets' filtering features.
What About Google Sheets Formulas?
When you export from Google Sheets:
- Formula results: Exported as values (not formulas)
- Calculated fields: Show the final calculated numbers
- Functions: Results are preserved in the export
This is exactly what you want for invoice generation. Your calculated totals, taxes, and prices export as final values.
Can I Automate This Process?
Currently, the process requires manual export from Google Sheets. However:
- Export takes less than 1 minute
- CSV2Invoice remembers your column mapping
- Subsequent uploads are faster
- Perfect for monthly/quarterly invoice batches
Google Sheets vs Excel for Invoicing
Both work equally well with CSV2Invoice:
- Google Sheets users: Export to Excel first
- Excel users: Upload directly
- End result: Identical professional PDF invoices
Use whichever spreadsheet tool you prefer for managing your data. CSV2Invoice handles both seamlessly.