How to Create a Digital Signature in Google Forms

In today’s digital world, electronic signatures have become essential for completing documents efficiently and securely. Google Forms, one of the most popular tools for creating surveys and forms, can be integrated with a digital signature feature to streamline document signing. While Google Forms doesn't offer a built-in signature tool, you can use third-party websites like Formswrite.com to add a signature field to your form. This guide will walk you through the steps on how to create a digital signature in Google Forms.

Step-by-Step Guide to Create a Digital Signature in Google Forms

1. Create a Google Form

The first step is to create a Google Form if you haven't already done so. To start:

1. Go to Google Forms.

2. Click on the blank form option or select a template to suit your needs.

3. Add the necessary fields, such as name, email, and other questions relevant to your form.

2. Go to Formswrite.com

Since Google Forms doesn’t have a native signature feature, we’ll use Formswrite.com to generate the digital signature field. This third-party tool is user-friendly and seamlessly integrates with Google Forms.

1. Open a new tab and go toFormswrite.com.

2. Create an account or sign in if you already have one.

3. Generate the Signature Widget

Once logged in to Formswrite.com, you’ll be able to create a signature widget.

1. Select the "Create Signature" option.

2. Customize the signature field to match your form's design and preferences (e.g., size, style).

3. Copy the generated embed code.

4. Embed the Signature Field in Google Forms

After generating the signature widget, you’ll need to embed it into your Google Form:

1. Go back to your Google Form.

2. Click on the “Add Question” button.

3. Select the “Multiple Choice” or "Short Answer" field (this will act as a placeholder).

4. Under the question title, paste the embed code that you copied from Formswrite.com into the description or instructions section of the field.

Note that this step requires a bit of manual setup, as Google Forms doesn’t allow direct HTML embedding, so the signature field may appear as an instructional note rather than a live widget. However, once the form is shared, users will be able to follow the instructions and digitally sign using Formswrite.com.

5. Share the Form with Respondents

After embedding the signature field, your form is ready to be shared. You can send the form link via email, social media, or embed it directly on your website.

1. Click the “Send” button in the top-right corner of your Google Form.

2. Choose your preferred method for sharing (link, email, etc.).

Respondents will now be able to sign the form digitally using the signature tool created through Formswrite.com.

FAQ

Q: Can I create a digital signature directly within Google Forms? A: Unfortunately, Google Forms does not offer a built-in digital signature tool. However, you can use third-party services like Formswrite.com to integrate a signature field into your form.

Q: Is Formswrite.com free to use? A: Formswrite.com offers both free and paid plans. The free version provides basic features, while premium plans offer additional customization and functionality options.

Q: Can the digital signature be saved in my form responses? A: Yes, when you use Formswrite.com, the signatures can be saved as part of the form responses. You can view and download the signed forms through the website's dashboard.

Q: Can I use Formswrite.com for other Google Apps? A: Yes! Formswrite.com can be used with Google Forms, and similar integrations are possible with other Google Apps, depending on the available third-party tools.