Moodle XML Format Tutorial with Formswrite

If you’re an educator, trainer, or content creator, creating quizzes for Moodle can be time-consuming , especially if you have your questions in Google Docs, PDFs, images, or spreadsheets. That’s where Formswrite comes in. Formswrite allows you to convert your documents into Google Forms in just one click and then export them in Moodle XML format , ready to import into your LMS.

Here’s a step-by-step tutorial to help you streamline your Moodle quiz creation process.

1. Upload Your Document

Start by uploading your document to Formswrite. You can choose to upload directly from your Google Drive or from your computer. Formswrite supports a variety of formats including Google Docs, Google Sheets, PDFs, and even images, making it easy to work with your existing content.

Tip: Make sure your questions are clearly separated and formatted in your document to ensure accurate conversion.

2. Convert Your Document into a Google Form

Once your file is uploaded, Formswrite automatically converts it into a Google Form. The platform intelligently detects different question types — multiple-choice, true/false, short answer, and more, saving you hours of manual work.

Pro Tip: Review the Google Form generated by Formswrite to ensure all questions and answers are correctly detected. You can make minor edits before exporting to Moodle.

3. Click on Convert

After reviewing your form, simply click the “Convert” button. Formswrite will finalize the conversion process and prepare your form for export. This step ensures that all questions are properly structured for Moodle’s XML format.

4. Export to Moodle XML

The final step is to click “Export to Moodle XML” . Formswrite will generate a Moodle-compatible XML file that you can directly import into your Moodle course. This makes adding quizzes fast, accurate, and hassle-free.

Bonus: You can also keep the Google Form for future use or share it with students for practice before uploading it to Moodle.

FAQ

Q1: What file types can I upload to Formswrite ? Formswrite supports Google Docs, Google Sheets, PDFs, and images. You can upload files from your Google Drive or your computer.

Q2: Do I need to manually format questions for Moodle XML? No. Formswrite detects question types automatically and formats them correctly for Moodle XML.

Q3: Can I edit the form before exporting to Moodle? Yes. After conversion, you can review and edit your Google Form before exporting to Moodle XML to ensure everything looks perfect.

Q4: Can Formswrite handle large documents? Absolutely. Formswrite is built to handle documents of any size, making it ideal for teachers, trainers, and content creators.