Upgraded Extensions

[Alistair P.]

We use a script to dynamically update our sitelink extensions, but recently Google have released 'Upgraded Extensions' that do not seem to be compatible with the script.  When we run the script, it makes legacy extensions which do not serve as we have some upgraded extensions which seem to get priority.

Does anyone know whether Google scripts support the new upgraded extensions?

[Sigurd Fabrin]

It looks like the new sitelink format is supported in scripts. You'd need to upgrade your script to get it to work though.

See https://developers.google.com/google-ads/scripts/docs/reference/adsapp/adsapp_extensions#newSitelinkBuilder_0

Cheers

Sigurd

[Alistair P.]

Hey Sigurd,

I think that is referring to building a new sitelink in the account, rather than new as in upgraded unfortunately.  The script already calls new.SitelinkBuilder()  .

The script can be found here - https://www.brainlabsdigital.com/marketing-library/dynamic-ad-extensions-script/

Thanks,

Alistair

[Google Ads Scripts Forum Advisor]

Hi Alistair,

For us to assist you further, could you please provide the following details via Reply privately to author option?

• CID
• Script Name
• Shareable link of the spreadsheet being used in the script (if any)

In case you encounter an error when using the mentioned option, you can send the requested information on this email (googleadsscr...@google.com) instead, then let us know here once sent.

Regards,

Teejay Wennie Pimentel Google Ads Scripts Team

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[Sigurd Fabrin]

Hi Alistair,

Yeah, I was a little too quick there.

It looks like Google is changing from feed based to assed based extensions. So far the latter seems to be only available through the Google Ads API

https://ads-developers.googleblog.com/2021/05/feed-based-extensions-sunset-in-google.html

https://developers.google.com/google-ads/api/docs/extensions/assets/migrating-extensions

Cheers 

Sigurd

[Google Ads Scripts Forum Advisor]

Hi Alistair,

I work along Teejay on the same team. Allow me to assist you on this.

It looks like you are referring to Asset-based extensions which was recently announced to replace feed based extensions and as pointed out by Sigurd. Let me raise this to our wider team for further insights and clarifications. Rest assured that I will be able get back to you with more information once available. Kindly let us know of anything we can assist you with in the meantime.

@Sigurd: Appreciate your comments on the matter.

Thanks,

Harry Cliford Rivera Google Ads Scripts Team

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[Alistair P.]

Thanks Sigurd & Harry, yes that's right it's for the new asset based extensions.  I've sent an email to Teejay with our account details.  Thanks!

[Google Ads Scripts Forum Advisor]

Hi Alistair,

Thank you for your patience on this. I would like to follow up on your inquiry and let you know that the team is currently working on to update Google Ads Scripts to support asset-based extensions. I humbly ask for your continued patience and be on the lookout for new updates and releases in scripts through our blog in the meantime.

Let me know if you need anything else.

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[Thomas Grübel]

Hi together, 

are there any news on that?

[Google Ads Scripts Forum Advisor]

Hello Thomas,

Thanks for getting back to us.

As per this blog, Google Ads scripts now supports asset-based video ads. As for the other asset-based extensions, another blog entry should be posted for this once available. Please keep an eye for any updates or new releases instead.

Regards,

Mark Kevin Albios Google Ads Scripts Team

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[Scripted Marketing]

Hey Mark and team,

Similar problem here. I can't even get the example scripts to work: https://developers.google.com/google-ads/scripts/docs/examples/sitelinks?hl=en

I get the following errors/output:

Old (preview): No error logs, all changes implemented.

Beta (preview): "An error occurred. Please try again later."

Running: 

• Change description: "Sitelink extension added: Music". Error: "An error occurred. Please try again later." 
• Log: "We're sorry, a server error occurred. Please wait a bit and try again. (file Code.gs, line 4)  "

Is it not possible to use the "old" feed-based extension builder anymore?

Thanks,

SM

[Google Ads Scripts Forum Advisor]

Hi SM,

I work along with Mark. Allow me to assist you in this.

As per your concern, the team is is currently working on to update Google Ads Scripts to support asset-based extensions. In the meantime, you may utilize the current script. 

Regards,

Teejay Wennie Pimentel Google Ads Scripts Team

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[Scripted Marketing]

Thanks, Teejay. Unfortunately, the current script does not work because the feed-based extensions have been deprecated (before Ad Script support was ready). Are there any workarounds in the meantime?

Thanks,

SM

[Google Ads Scripts Forum Advisor]

Hi SM,

The team is currently updating the Google Ads Script to align its feature/functionalities to Google Ads API. I'm afraid that there's no workaround for this. We ask our user for their patience during this time. 

Regards,

Teejay Wennie Google Ads Scripts Team

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[jonathan...@awkwarddigital.com]

Hi Teejay,

We have exactly the same issue here, and are unable to update our sitelinks or adapt the script for asset based extensions.

I had hoped one workaround might be through the bulk upload tool, however upon checking this does not cater to extensions.

Therefore, this is really urgent - are you able to provide an update on when asset-based extensions will be available through scripts?

Many thanks,

JP

[Google Ads Scripts Forum Advisor]

Hello Jonathan,

I’m James, a member of the Google Ads scripts support team. Allow me to assist you further.

I believe that the asset-based extension is now fully supported in the new script experience version, you just need to follow this guide on how you can migrate to asset-based extensions.

Let me know if you have any questions.

Regards,

James Howell Google Ads Scripts Team

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[jonathan...@awkwarddigital.com]

Thanks James - appreciate your swift response, the link to guide and most of all the fact that ABEs are now supported - thank you!

[Google Ads Scripts Forum Advisor]

Hello Jonathan,

Let me know if you have any further questions or concerns. We’re happy to assist you.

Regards,