To remove an extension, often referred to as an add-on, from a Google Sheet, you need to access the add-on management settings within your spreadsheet.
Here is the straightforward process to uninstall an add-on from your Google Sheet:
Step-by-Step Guide to Uninstalling a Sheet Add-on
Removing an unwanted or unused extension (add-on) from your Google Sheet is simple and can help keep your workspace tidy. Follow these steps:
- Open Your Sheet: On your computer, begin by opening the specific Google Sheet (spreadsheet) from which you want to remove the extension.
- Navigate to Extensions: In the top menu bar, click on Extensions.
- Access Add-ons Menu: From the dropdown menu that appears, hover over Add-ons.
- Manage Add-ons: Click on Manage add-ons. This will open a new window or pane listing all the add-ons currently installed for your Google Workspace account.
- Locate the Add-on: Find the specific add-on you wish to remove in the list.
- Select Options: Next to the name of the add-on, click on the Options button (usually represented by a vertical ellipsis or a dropdown arrow).
- Uninstall: From the Options menu, click on Uninstall.
Confirming the uninstall action will remove the add-on from your account, making it unavailable in any of your Google Sheets (and other Google Workspace documents where applicable).
Summary Table:
| Step | Action | Menu Path |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Access File | Open your Google Sheet. | N/A |
| 2. Open Extensions | Click "Extensions" in the top menu. | Extensions |
| 3. Select Add-ons | Hover over "Add-ons". | Extensions > Add-ons |
| 4. Manage Add-ons | Click "Manage add-ons". | Extensions > Add-ons > Manage add-ons |
| 5. Find Add-on | Locate the specific add-on in the list. | N/A |
| 6. Access Options | Click "Options" next to the add-on. | Options |
| 7. Uninstall | Click "Uninstall" from the Options menu. | Options > Uninstall |
By following these steps, you effectively remove the add-on, cleaning up your list of available extensions within Google Sheets.
