Can You Create a QR Code for a Google Form? A Step-by-Step Guide

If you’re a frequent user of Google Docs and Google Forms, you may have wondered: Can you create a QR code for a Google Form? The short answer is yes, and it’s a fantastic way to share your forms quickly and easily, especially in physical spaces like classrooms, events, or offices.

In this blog post, we'll walk you through how to generate a QR code for your Google Form in simple steps. Plus, we’ll introduce you to Formswrite.com - an innovative tool that lets you convert Google Docs into forms with just one click, making form creation even easier. While Formswrite doesn’t yet support QR code generation for Google Forms, this feature is coming soon, so keep an eye out!

How to Create a QR Code for a Google Form: 5 Easy Steps

Step 1: Create Your Google Form First, head over to Google Forms and create your form as usual. Customize your questions, layout, and settings until your form is ready to share.

Step 2: Get the Shareable Link Once your form is complete, click the “Send” button at the top right corner of the form editor. In the popup, select the link icon (a chain link symbol) and copy the shortened URL provided. This is the direct link to your Google Form.

Step 3: Choose a QR Code Generator There are many free QR code generators online. These tools allow you to convert any URL into a QR code quickly and easily.

Step 4: Paste Your Google Form Link Open your preferred QR code generator and paste the Google Form’s URL into the designated field. Customize your QR code if the tool offers options such as color or design, but keep it clear and easy to scan.

Step 5: Generate and Download Your QR Code Click the “Generate” or “Create” button. Your QR code will appear instantly. Download the image file and use it in presentations, flyers, posters, or anywhere else you want to share your form.

Introducing Formswrite: Your Google Docs to Form Solution

If you’re looking for a tool to simplify form creation even further, check out Formswrite.com . Formswrite is a web-based service (not a plugin) that allows you to convert your Google Docs documents into fully functional forms with just one click. This can save you tons of time if you’re used to drafting surveys or questionnaires in Google Docs before transferring them to Google Forms.

While Formswrite currently excels at making form creation seamless, it does not yet support generating QR codes for your Google Forms directly from the platform. However, the team at Formswrite is actively working on this feature, and it will be available soon, making the process from doc to form to QR code even easier.

FAQ: QR Codes and Google Forms

Q: Can I create a QR code directly within Google Forms? A: No, Google Forms doesn’t have a built-in QR code generator. You need to use a third-party QR code generator by copying the form’s shareable link.

Q: Is Formswrite free to use? A: Formswrite offers both free and premium plans, so you can try out the basic features without any cost.

Q: How secure is using a QR code for my Google Form? A: QR codes simply encode the URL, so security depends on the form’s settings. Make sure your Google Form is set to the appropriate privacy level.

Q: When will Formswrite support QR code generation? A: The feature is coming soon. Keep an eye on their website or subscribe to updates for the latest announcements.