How to Connect SQLite to Google Sheets – Stream Live Lightweight Database Data

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Query Streams enables you to connect SQLite databases directly to Google Sheets, streaming live data without Apps Script, ODBC drivers, or file uploads. Sign up for free at QueryStreams.com and start pulling live SQLite data into your spreadsheets in minutes.

This guide shows you how to establish a secure, real-time connection between your SQLite database file and Google Sheets. Perfect for developers, educators, students learning SQL, and teams working with portable databases – Query Streams makes SQLite data accessible from anywhere while keeping your database files secure on your local machine.

What You’ll Accomplish

By the end of this guide, you’ll be able to:

• Connect Google Sheets to SQLite – Any .db, .sqlite, or .sqlite3 file
• Execute SQL queries in real-time from Google Sheets
• Share database queries securely without sharing the database file
• Build live reports and dashboards from portable databases

Prerequisites

Step 1: Access the Query Streams Agent Interface

With your agent installed and running, configure your SQLite connection.

1. Open your web browser and navigate to: https://localhost:1823
2. Navigate to Data Connections: Click Data Sources > Connections
3. Add a new connection: Click Add Connection

Step 2: Select SQLite as Your Connection Type

1. Choose SQLite: Click on the SQLite tile (green border when selected)
2. Alternative – Use search: Type “SQLite” to quickly find it
3. Click Next to proceed

Step 3: Configure Your SQLite Connection Details

Required SQLite Connection Details:

1. Connection Name – Friendly name (e.g., “My SQLite DB”)
2. Database File Path – Full path to your .db, .sqlite, or .sqlite3 file (e.g., C:\Data\chinook.db). Click folder icon to browse.
3. Password (optional) – Only if your SQLite database is encrypted
4. Connection Timeout – Default 30 seconds

Once completed, click Next.

Step 4: Select Your Data Realm

Select your Data Realm – your query processing capacity.

1. Review available realms: Based on your subscription
2. Select realm: Choose “Default Data Realm” for most use cases
3. Click Next to test the connection

Step 5: Test Your SQLite Connection

Query Streams will verify your SQLite file is accessible.

1. Automatic testing: Agent attempts to open the SQLite file
2. Review results: Success shows file size, tables, and schema info
3. Click Next if successful

Step 6: Finish Setup

1. Review configuration: Verify file path and settings are correct
2. Click Finish to save your SQLite connection

Your SQLite connection is ready! Next, install the Google Sheets add-on.

Step 7: Install Add-On and Run Your First Query

Install the Query Streams add-on from Google Workspace Marketplace:

After installation, open Extensions > Query Streams and create your first SQLite query:

1. Click “Stream a Query”
2. Select your SQLite connection
3. Write your SQL query:

SELECT 
    customer_id,
    first_name,
    last_name,
    email,
    country
FROM customers
WHERE country = 'USA'
ORDER BY last_name
LIMIT 100;

4. Configure destination: Choose “Create a new tab”
5. Click Play to execute

Next Steps: Save and Share Queries

Use the Query Streams web portal to build, save, and manage your SQLite queries:

• Save queries: Store frequently used SQL for reuse
• Add parameters: Create dynamic filters
• Share queries: Let others run queries without accessing your database file
• Access from add-on: Saved queries appear in “Saved Queries” menu

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