SPREADSHEET COORDINATION · Workflow idea
On a regular schedule, read the selected source spreadsheet and copy its rows into two destination spreadsheets with the same structure. This is a straightforward way to keep multiple working copies consistent with one maintained source.
01 / The starting point
Rows in the selected source spreadsheet
“Every two minutes, copy the source spreadsheet data unchanged into each of two matching destination spreadsheets.”
02 / The work
Checks a selected source spreadsheet on a recurring schedule and copies its rows to two spreadsheets with a matching layout.
Use the agreed source and worksheet as the authoritative set of rows for the scheduled check.
Place the source data in the first destination spreadsheet without changing its values.
Keep the second destination aligned with the same source records and column structure.
Refresh both destinations every two minutes so their content continues to reflect the selected source.
Compare the worksheets and confirm that both contain the expected rows and values.
03 / The result
Two destination spreadsheets refreshed from the same source data on the scheduled check.
Data · Example outcome
Two destination spreadsheets refreshed from the same source data on the scheduled check.
Keep the source and destination structures aligned and decide whether each check replaces or adds records before relying on the copies. Confirm how repeated rows are handled.
04 / Make it yours
A few choices shape the work around your team.
Choose one source and two destinations, and give each the same worksheet and column structure.
Set whether a check replaces existing destination content or adds records, and prevent unintended duplication.
Use the intended two-minute schedule and confirm that it suits the volume and freshness needs of the data.
Use a small sample to check that both destinations receive the expected unchanged rows.