4/25/2025

how to make a csv file in google sheets

IN SUMMARY

To create a CSV file in Google Sheets, enter your data in the spreadsheet, then go to File > Download > Comma-separated values (.csv, current sheet). This will download the current sheet as a CSV file that can be opened in any spreadsheet program or text editor.

Getting Started

Go to sheets.google.com and sign in to your Google account. If you don't have a Google account, you can create one for free.

Click on the 'Blank' option to create a new spreadsheet. This will open a blank spreadsheet where you can start creating your CSV file.

Give your spreadsheet a name that reflects the data you'll be entering, such as 'Customer Information' or 'Sales Data'.

Entering Data

In the first row of your spreadsheet, enter the column headers that describe the data you'll be entering in each column. For example, if you're creating a customer list, you might have headers like 'Name', 'Email', and 'Phone Number'.

In the rows below the column headers, enter your data. You can either type it in manually or copy and paste it from another source.

Before exporting your data as a CSV file, double-check that there are no spelling or formatting errors in your data. This will ensure that your CSV file is clean and accurate.

Exporting as CSV

Once you've entered all your data, go to the 'File' menu in Google Sheets and select 'Download'.

In the 'Download' menu, scroll down and select 'Comma-separated values (.csv, current sheet)'. This will download the current sheet as a CSV file.

Choose a location on your computer to save the CSV file. Make sure to save it somewhere you can easily find it later.

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