How to use Google Sheets with an iPhone or iPad

BHC sometimes uses Google Sheets to collect information for registrations, pot luck contributions etc.

Frustrated iPad and iPhone users can try these steps to enter your information:


Step 1 – Install Google Sheets

  • Open the App Store.

  • Search for Google Sheets.

  • Tap Get → Install.

  • Open the app once it finishes.

Step 2 – Open the File

  • If someone sent you a link, tap the link and choose Open in Google Sheets.

  • Or open the Google Sheets app, then:

    • Tap the folder/Drive icon (bottom).

    • Find the file and tap it.

Step 3 – Switch to Edit Mode

  • By default, you may see the sheet in view mode.

  • Tap the pencil icon in the lower-right corner to start editing.

Step 4 – Enter Data

  • Tap the cell you want to fill in → the keyboard pops up.

  • Type your entry.

  • Tap the checkmark on the keyboard to confirm.

Step 5 – Move Around

  • Swipe with one finger to scroll.

  • Tap another cell to move to it.

  • Use the blue handles if you need to select a range of cells.

Step 6 – Saving

  • No need to press “Save.”
    Google Sheets automatically saves changes to the cloud.