The Challenge
Spreadsheets hold the answers, but finding them isn’t always fast:
- Locating the right cells or ranges across large files takes time
- Simple questions like “what’s our total revenue this quarter?” often require manual filtering or temporary formulas
- Comparing values across rows or sheets (e.g. highest margin product) means building ad hoc calculations
- Non-technical stakeholders may not know how to extract the answer themselves
The Autohive Solution
The xlsx-skill reads your spreadsheet and answers your questions directly, without you having to touch a formula.
Key Feature 1
Direct data extraction — the skill locates the relevant rows, columns, or ranges in your existing .xlsx or .csv files.
Key Feature 2
On-the-fly calculations — sums, averages, comparisons, and other calculations are performed automatically to answer your specific question.
Key Feature 3
Plain-language answers — instead of returning raw cells, the skill gives you a clear, direct answer to what you asked.
Benefits
- Instant answers - Skip manual searching and get the number you need right away.
- No formula knowledge required - Ask your question in plain language and let the skill handle the calculation.
- Accurate results - Answers are computed directly from your actual data, reducing the risk of manual calculation errors.
How It Works
- Ask your question - Pose a specific question about your spreadsheet data, such as total revenue or highest-margin product.
- Data extraction and calculation - The skill reads your file, locates the relevant data, and performs any needed calculations.
- Receive your answer - Get a clear, direct response based on your actual spreadsheet data.
Getting Started
- Sign up at app.autohive.com
- Connect the xlsx-skill from the marketplace
- Configure your automation
- Deploy your agents
