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How to Install the Query Streams Google Sheets Addon

GOOGLE SHEETS ADDON

Stream Live Database Data
Into Your Spreadsheets

Connect MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server and more – no VPN required

Your Database
Query Streams
Query Streams
Google Sheets
Google Sheets
Secure
5 Min Setup
Real-Time
Free

Stream live database data directly into Google Sheets without VPNs or firewall changes. The Query Streams addon connects your spreadsheets to MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, and more through a secure, outbound-only connection. Sign up free to get started.

No VPN Required

Secure outbound-only connections

Real-Time Data

Live queries, not stale exports

5 Minute Setup

Install and run your first query

Share Queries

Team members run queries independently

Prerequisites

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Query Streams Account

Free account at my.querystreams.com with at least one saved query.

Create free account →
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Google Account

Access to Google Sheets with permission to install addons.

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Saved Query (Optional)

The example SQLite database query works great for testing – no setup needed!

Install the Windows Agent →

Step 1: Open a New Google Sheet

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Open your browser and type sheets.new in the address bar. This creates a new blank spreadsheet instantly. Once loaded, click the sidebar icon on the right (or go to Extensions > Add-ons > Get add-ons), then click the + symbol to open the Google Workspace Marketplace.

Step 2: Install Query Streams Addon

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Search for “Query Streams”

In the Google Workspace Marketplace search box, type Query Streams and press Enter.

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Click Install

Find the Query Streams addon card and click Install. Confirm the installation when prompted.

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Sign in with Google

Select your Google account to link with Query Streams. This uses secure Single Sign-On (SSO).

Step 3: Grant Permissions

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Google will ask you to grant permissions. The addon needs:

View and manage spreadsheets Required to write query results to your sheets
Connect to external service Required to communicate with Query Streams
Display content in sidebars Required to show the addon interface
Your data stays secure: Query Streams only accesses sheets where you explicitly run queries and never stores your spreadsheet data on our servers.

Step 4: Open the Addon and Select a Query

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  1. Click the QS icon in the Google Sheets sidebar to open the addon
  2. Allow sheet access when prompted (one-time per spreadsheet)
  3. Select “Saved Queries” from the menu
  4. Choose a query from the dropdown – the example “Orders by Date Range” works great for testing
  5. Adjust filters if available (like date ranges)
  6. Select your destination sheet – choose “Sheet1” or any tab you prefer

Step 5: Stream Your Data

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Click “Stream All Queries” to execute. Query Streams connects to your database through your Network Agent, runs the query, and streams the results directly into your spreadsheet.

Success!

Your live database data is now in Google Sheets. You can refresh anytime by clicking “Stream All Queries” again. Query Streams supports parallel query execution – run multiple queries to different sheets simultaneously!

What You Can Do Now

Analyze Data

Use Google Sheets formulas, pivot tables, and charts on your live database data.

Share with Team

Colleagues can run shared queries independently in their own sheets.

Refresh Anytime

Get the latest data with one click – no re-exporting or manual updates.

Multiple Queries

Run different queries to different sheets simultaneously for parallel data loading.

Frequently Asked Questions

💰 Is the Query Streams addon free? +

Yes! The Google Sheets addon is free to install and use. You need a Query Streams account (free tier available) which includes the example SQLite database for testing.

🔓 What databases are supported? +

Query Streams supports MySQL, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, MariaDB, SQLite, Oracle, Microsoft Access, BigQuery, Snowflake, and DuckDB. Cloud databases on AWS RDS, Azure SQL, and Google Cloud SQL are also supported.

🔒 Do I need to open firewall ports? +

No. Query Streams uses a Network Agent that makes outbound-only connections. No firewall changes or VPN setup required – much more secure and easier than traditional methods.

🕑 Can I schedule automatic refreshes? +

The addon supports manual refresh (click to run). For scheduled automation, check out Query Streams Integrations which can automatically sync data to Google Sheets on a schedule.

👥 Can multiple users run the same query? +

Yes! Each user runs shared queries independently in their own Google Sheets. Query Streams supports parallel execution – multiple queries can run simultaneously without blocking.

Next Steps

Ready to connect your databases?

Start streaming live data to Google Sheets in minutes.

Category: Setup Tags: Google Sheets, addon, installation, tutorial, Google Workspace Marketplace Meta Description: Install the Query Streams Google Sheets addon to stream live MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQL data into spreadsheets. Free 5-minute setup guide.
Updated on June 26, 2026

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