Progress Indicator Instructions

Google Sheets

Step 1: Modify the Google Spreadsheet Template

  • Make a copy of this template. (You'll need to sign-in with your Google account.)
  • Edit the Progress data.
    • Enter as many names as you wish.
    • Be sure the progress is greater than the start value and less than the end value.
  • Change the title of your progress indicator by changing the name of the worksheet (at the bottom).
  • Do not edit any cell with a blue background.

Step 2: Publish Your Spreadsheet

  • Go to File, Share, Publish to web, then click Publish.

Step 3: Get Your Flippity.net Link

  • Click on the Get the Link Here tab of the template (at the bottom).
  • Click on the Flippity.net link to view the Progress Indicator bars.

Step 4: Bookmark and Share

  • Bookmark the page to find it again quickly.
  • Share the Flippity.net link with anyone you want to view the progress.

Frequently Asked Questions

What colors can I use?

  • You can specify red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, black, white, gray, brown, pink, and cyan.
  • Default bar color is gray if you don't specify a color.

Can I use images?

  • Yes. Images may be used instead of names or units. (You may use an image or text, but not both.)
  • Paste the URL (address) of a picture you find on the web in the appropriate cell.
    • URLs must end in ".gif", ".png", ".jpg", ".jpeg", or ".webp".
    • You cannot use Google Drive to store your images.
    • You can use Google Drawings. Use the "Publish to the web…" link.
    • Images are automatically resized to a maximum 50 pixels high or 100 pixels wide.