Currency Converter
Frequently Asked Questions
All Questions
What does Currency Converter by 8apps do?
Currency Converter by 8apps lets you instantly convert currencies right inside Gmail, Docs, Slides, Calendar, and Sheets. It supports 160+ currencies, and even allows you to use a formula in Google Sheets to fetch live or historical exchange rates.
Who is Currency Converter for?
Currency Converter is perfect for finance teams, frequent travelers, e-commerce businesses, tax professionals, and anyone who needs to perform quick currency conversions without leaving their Google Workspace.
How is Currency Converter different from other currency converting tools?
Unlike other tools, Currency Converter by 8apps works seamlessly within your Google Workspace apps, allowing you to convert currencies without leaving Gmail, Docs, Slides, Calendar or Sheets. No external apps or websites are needed.
How do I install Currency Converter by 8apps?
You can install Currency Converter by 8apps from the Google Workspace Marketplace. Once installed, you will see a $ icon in the sidebar of Gmail, Docs, Slides, and Calendar, or under Menu > Extensions in Google Sheets.
Does Currency Converter work on personal Gmail accounts or only Google Workspace?
Yes, Currency Converter works on both personal Gmail and Google Workspace accounts.
Where and how can I use Currency Converter?
Once installed, you will see a "$" icon in the sidebar of Gmail, Docs, Slides, and Calendar. Click the icon to get started. In Google Sheets, it's available under Menu > Extensions for advanced use cases.
What is the CURRENCYCONVERT formula and how do I use it in Sheet for bulk conversions?
The CURRENCYCONVERT formula lets you convert currencies directly within Google Sheets. Syntax: =CURRENCYCONVERT(fromCurrency, toCurrency, amount, date). You can omit the amount or date if needed. Supports historical exchange rates and works seamlessly with cell references.
Can I convert any currency to any currency?
You can choose from 160+ currencies available in the add-on. If you have a specific currency that you need to be listed, please reach out to us at support@8apps.co, and we will try our best to add that in.
How many times can I convert currencies in the free plan?
You can convert unlimited times. The free plan supports unlimited usage as long as you are looking for conversion rates for today.
How can I find a historical conversion rate across currencies?
We support this feature in the paid version. You can select the from and to currency along with a specific date to get the historical conversion rate.