How to Convert Your Quiz in Google Sheet to Canvas LMS

If you’ve created a quiz in Google Sheets and want to import it into Canvas LMS , you might be wondering how to do it without manually retyping each question. Luckily, there’s an easier, faster way to make this conversion seamless and it takes just one click.

In this guide, you’ll learn how to convert your quiz in Google Sheets to Canvas LMS efficiently, using a simple workflow that saves you time and ensures accuracy.

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Step 1: Organize Your Quiz in Google Sheets

Before you convert, make sure your quiz is formatted properly in Google Sheets .Here’s a simple structure you can follow:

• **Column A: **Question
• **Column B: **Option 1
• **Column C: **Option 2
• **Column D: **Option 3
• **Column E: **Option 4
• **Column F: **Correct Answer

Keeping your data organized ensures smooth conversion later. Each row represents one question. You can include multiple-choice, true/false, or short-answer formats depending on your quiz needs.

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Step 2: Export or Share Your Google Sheet

Once your quiz is ready, you’ll need to export or share the file.

• Go to **File > Download > Microsoft Excel (.xlsx) **or **CSV format **.
• Save it to your computer for easy access.

This version will serve as the input for the next step — the automatic conversion.

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Step 3: Convert Your Sheet to Canvas Format Using Formswrite

Here’s where Formswrite.com comes in.

Formswrite is an innovative tool that helps you convert your document (Google Doc, Sheet, Image, or PDF) into LMS-compatible quiz formats — including Canvas LMS , Moodle , and more — all in just one click .

To use it:

• VisitFormswrite.com.
• Upload your **Google Sheet **.
• Select **Canvas LMS **as your output format.
• Click **Convert **.

Within seconds, your quiz will be transformed into a Canvas-compatible QTI file ready for import.

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Step 4: Import the Quiz into Canvas LMS

Now that your quiz is converted, importing it into Canvas LMS is simple:

• Open your **Canvas course **.
• Go to **Settings > Import Course Content **.
• In the **Content Type **dropdown, choose **QTI .zip file **.
• Upload the converted file from Formswrite.
• Click **Import **and wait for the process to complete.

Your quiz will now appear in the Quizzes section of Canvas — fully formatted and ready to use.

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Step 5: Review and Test Your Quiz

Before publishing, double-check that:

• All questions and answers appear correctly.
• Scoring and feedback options are set.
• The quiz is assigned to the right module or student group.

Doing a quick preview ensures your learners have a smooth experience.

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FAQ: Convert Google Sheet Quiz to Canvas LMS

**1. Can I use Google Forms instead of Google Sheets? Yes! If your quiz is in Google Forms ** , you can export responses to a Sheet and then convert it the same way.

**2. What formats does **Formswritesupport? Formswrite supports Google Docs, Sheets, Images, and PDFs , letting you convert all types of documents into Canvas, Moodle , or other LMS quiz formats.

**3. Is the conversion process automatic? Absolutely. Formswrite performs the conversion in one click ** , saving hours of manual setup.

**4. Will my formatting or options be preserved? ** Yes. Multiple-choice, true/false, and short-answer questions retain their structure when converted via Formswrite.

**5. Can I edit the quiz after importing into Canvas? ** Of course! Once the quiz is in Canvas, you can edit, rearrange, or add new questions anytime.

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