How to Use GS Copilot
A comprehensive guide to get the most out of your AI coding assistant for Google Apps Script
Getting Started
Essential steps to set up and begin using GS Copilot in your Google Apps Script projects.
Installation & Setup
Install the GS Copilot extension from the Chrome Web Store and sign in to your account to get started.
💡 Pro Tips:
- Make sure you're signed in to your Google account
- Grant necessary permissions for the extension to work
- Check that the extension icon appears in your browser toolbar
First Project Setup
Open Google Apps Script and create or open a project to start using AI-powered coding assistance.
💡 Pro Tips:
- Start with a simple project to familiarize yourself
- Ensure your project has proper file structure
- Save your work regularly while experimenting
Core Features
Master the main features that make GS Copilot your ultimate coding companion.
Chat Mode
Engage in real-time conversations with AI to get coding help, explanations, and solutions for your Google Apps Script projects.
Video Guide
💡 Pro Tips:
- Be specific about your requirements
- Include relevant code context in your questions
- Ask for explanations when you don't understand something
- Use follow-up questions to refine solutions
Comment-Based Suggestions
Write comments describing what you want to achieve, and get AI-generated code suggestions based on your comments.
Video Guide
💡 Pro Tips:
- Write clear, descriptive comments
- Use action words like 'create', 'fetch', 'update'
- Include expected input/output in comments
- Be specific about Google Apps Script services you want to use
Inline Suggestions
Receive contextual code suggestions directly in your editor as you work on your Google Apps Script functions.
Video Guide
💡 Pro Tips:
- Keep your cursor active in the editor
- Work on one function at a time for better context
- Review suggestions for security and efficiency
- Test generated code thoroughly
Multiple File Context
Add multiple files to your conversation context for better AI understanding of your entire project structure.
Video Guide
💡 Pro Tips:
- Include related files for better context
- Remove unnecessary files to keep context focused
- Update context when switching between different parts of your project
Best Practices
Tips and strategies to get the most out of GS Copilot while maintaining code quality and security.
Effective Prompting
Learn how to communicate effectively with AI to get the best results for your coding tasks.
💡 Pro Tips:
- Provide clear context about your project goals
- Include relevant error messages when debugging
- Specify Google Apps Script services you're working with
- Ask for explanations along with code solutions
Code Quality & Security
Maintain high standards for code quality and security when using AI-generated suggestions.
💡 Pro Tips:
- Always review generated code before using it
- Test code thoroughly in a safe environment
- Validate input handling and error cases
- Follow Google Apps Script security best practices
- Don't include sensitive data in prompts