How to Upload and Manage Multiple Images in Google Sheets and a Web Interface πŸ“ŠπŸ“Έ

Welcome to our blog! 🌟 In this guide, we’ll walk you through an exciting update to a project many of you lovedβ€”uploading consumer data with images to Google Drive, displaying it in Google Sheets, and showcasing it in a web interface. πŸš€

This update comes in response to a popular request from Ramdhan Shyam Suri: β€œHow can we upload 2-3 images per consumer and manage them in the database?” So, here’s an enhanced version of the project that allows you to upload, edit, and manage multiple images seamlessly! πŸ› οΈβœ¨

Β πŸ”‘ Key Features of This Project

  • Upload Multiple Images πŸ“·πŸ“·πŸ“·: Attach multiple images for each consumer record.
  • Data Table with Slideshow 🎞️: View uploaded images as a slideshow in the consumer records table.
  • Edit and Update Records βœοΈπŸ”„: Modify data or replace images, and sync updates across Google Sheets and the web.
  • Zoom-In Functionality πŸ”: Click on images to view an enlarged version.
  • Seamless Integration πŸ”—: Automatic synchronization between Google Drive, Google Sheets, and your web interface.

πŸ”‘Β Youtube Video for Reference

πŸ–₯️ The Interface

Consumer Form πŸ“

On the left-hand side, you’ll see the consumer form where you can input:

  • Name πŸ‘€,
  • Address 🏠,
  • Mobile Number πŸ“ž,
  • Age πŸŽ‚,
  • Gender ⚧️,
  • And now, upload multiple images by selecting them one at a time. πŸ“€πŸ“€

Consumer Records Table πŸ“‹

On the right-hand side, you’ll find the consumer records displayed with their corresponding image slideshows. πŸŽ₯✨


πŸ•ΉοΈ Step-by-Step Demo

1. Adding a New Record βž•

  • Enter the consumer’s details (Name, Address, etc.). πŸ–ŠοΈ
  • Add images by selecting them one by one. πŸ“Έβž‘οΈπŸ“‚
  • Click Submit, and watch the process unfold: 🌟
    • The Submit button gets temporarily disabled while the data uploads. ⏳
    • A confirmation message (“Saved Successfully”) appears. βœ…
    • The new record instantly shows up in the Consumer Records Table with a working image slideshow. 🎞️
    • In Google Sheets, images are displayed in consecutive columnsβ€”F, G, H, etc. πŸ“ˆ

2. Editing and Updating Records βœοΈπŸ”„

  • Click the Edit button next to any record. πŸ–±οΈβœοΈ
  • The record’s details and images will load into the form. πŸ–₯οΈπŸ“€
  • Modify the data or replace existing images with new ones. πŸ”„πŸ“·
  • Click Submit, and the updates reflect across the web interface and Google Sheets. πŸ’»πŸ”—πŸ“Š

3. Zooming In on Images πŸ”πŸ“Έ

  • Click on any image in the form or the data table to view a zoomed-in version, making it easy to inspect details. πŸ‘οΈβ€πŸ—¨οΈ

Β 
πŸ› οΈ Setting It Up

Here’s how to integrate this project into your setup: πŸ› οΈπŸ‘‡

  1. Make a Copy of the Script and Google Sheet πŸ“„πŸ”
  2. Create and Share a Google Drive Folder πŸ“πŸ”—
    • Create a folder (e.g., Consumer Images) to store uploaded images. πŸ“‚πŸ–ΌοΈ
    • Set the folder’s sharing access to β€œAnyone with the link” and choose permissions as required (Viewer, Commenter, or Editor). πŸŒπŸ”’
    • Copy the folder ID from the URL and paste it into the script under the getFolderById method (line 24). πŸ–±οΈπŸ“‹
  3. Deploy the Script πŸš€πŸ“œ
    • Deploy the script with a name like “Upload Images”. 🏷️✨
    • Set access permissions (e.g., β€œAnyone with Google Account”). πŸ”πŸ‘₯
    • Authorize permissions when prompted. πŸ›‘οΈβœ…
  4. Run and Test the Setup πŸ§ͺπŸ”§
    • Copy the deployment link, paste it in your browser, and start testing the interface. 🌐πŸ–₯️
    • If images don’t show in Google Sheets initially, click β€œAllow” when prompted and refresh the page. πŸ”„βœ…

🌟 Why This Update is a Game-Changer

This project simplifies managing multiple images per record, making it perfect for: 🎯✨

  • Consumer databases πŸ“ŠπŸ‘₯,
  • Product catalogs πŸ“šπŸ›’,
  • Event registrations πŸ“πŸŽ‰, and more.

You no longer have to deal with the hassle of managing images manually across platforms. This integrated solution ensures your data stays synchronized and visually appealing in both your Google Sheets and web interface. πŸ’ΌπŸ”—πŸ–₯️


πŸŽ‰ Conclusion

We hope you find this guide helpful for your projects. If you’d like to see more tutorials like this, feel free to explore our other posts or leave a comment with your suggestions. πŸ“πŸ’‘

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Until next time, happy coding! πŸ˜ŠπŸ‘©β€πŸ’»πŸ‘¨β€πŸ’»


πŸ“Œ Quick Recap with Icons

  • Upload Multiple Images πŸ“·πŸ“·πŸ“·
  • Slideshow in Data Table 🎞️
  • Edit & Update βœοΈπŸ”„
  • Zoom-In on Images πŸ”πŸ“Έ
  • Seamless Integration πŸ”—

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