Issue
When converting a Google Sheet to PDF, embedded images are missing from the final document.
Why This Happens
Some third-party tools or automated integrations don’t fully render images during export. This happens because of how the export process handles embedded content behind the scenes.
Solution
Use Google’s direct export link to generate the PDF. This method preserves images reliably.
Example link format:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/INSERT_FILE_ID/export?format=pdf&portrait=false
Replace INSERT_FILE_ID with your actual Google Sheet file ID.
This direct download link ensures all content, including images, appears in the PDF.
Helpful Tips
Make sure the Google Sheet is shared publicly or set to “anyone with the link can view” so it’s accessible.
You can add query parameters (like
portrait=false,gridlines=false) to customize the PDF output.Test the link in your browser first to confirm the PDF renders correctly before using it in an automated workflow.
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