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Unlock the power of Google Sheets with the right `XPath` for `ImportXML`. Learn how to scrape the token price effectively without JavaScript limitations.
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How to Get the Correct XPath for Google Sheets Formula ImportXML

If you're trying to pull in data using Google Sheets' ImportXML function, you might have faced the challenge of getting the correct XPath. In this guide, we’ll break down how to properly set up the ImportXML formula and address some common issues you might encounter, particularly when it comes to websites that utilize JavaScript to display content.

Understanding the Problem

Attempting to scrape data from web pages using Google Sheets can be tricky, especially if the website content is dynamically generated with JavaScript. In the case discussed, the user tried to extract the token price from a specific URL but faced difficulties with their XPath. It’s important to understand that not all data on websites can be scraped with ImportXML.

The provided XPath was aimed at fetching data from the HTML of a particular page, but since JavaScript-generated content isn't supported by ImportXML, the formula returned an error.

User's Attempt

For reference, the user's attempted formula was:

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The Solution: Using an API Instead

When dealing with dynamically generated content, the best approach is to utilize an API (Application Programming Interface) provided by the service. APIs usually return data in JSON format, which is easier to handle in Google Sheets. Here's how you can do it:

Getting Your Data from an API

For the token price in this case, the user can leverage the API endpoint that provides the relevant data in JSON format. Here's how to retrieve and display that data in Google Sheets.

Step 1: Use the Correct API URL

For the Osmosis token data, the following API endpoint can be utilized:

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Step 2: Set Up the Script

You will need to create a Google Apps Script to fetch and parse the JSON data. Here’s a simple function that you can use in your script editor within Google Sheets:

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Step 3: Use the Formula in Your Sheet

Once you have set up the script, you can call the function in your Google Sheet with the API URL like this:

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Conclusion

Using the IMPORTXML formula to scrape data from web pages can be limited by the presence of JavaScript. When facing challenges, it is often more effective to fetch the required data through an API. By utilizing the steps outlined above, you can successfully retrieve and use data in Google Sheets without the issues related to XPath.

Arming yourself with the right tools will enhance your data scraping skills and allow you to make the most of Google Sheets. Happy data scraping!