Attaching a Google Form typically refers to sharing it or integrating it into another platform. There are several effective ways to "attach" or make your Google Form accessible, depending on your needs: by embedding it on a website, sharing a direct link, or sending it via email.
Methods to Attach or Share a Google Form
Each method serves a different purpose, allowing you to choose the best way to distribute your form to your audience.
1. Embedding on a Website or Blog
Embedding a Google Form allows it to appear directly within your web page, creating a seamless experience for visitors. This method is ideal for collecting responses directly on your site without redirecting users.
Steps to Embed Your Google Form:
- Open your form: Navigate to Google Forms and open the specific form you wish to embed.
- Access the 'Send' options: In the top right corner of the form editor, click the Send button.
- Select the embed option: Within the "Send form" window, click the Embed icon (it looks like
< >). - Copy the HTML code: The embed HTML code will appear. Click the Copy button to copy this code, or use
Ctrl + c(Windows) or⌘ + c(Mac) on your keyboard. - Paste into your website/blog: Go to your website or blog's editing interface and paste the copied HTML code into the desired section. Most content management systems (CMS) like WordPress, Squarespace, or Blogger have an "HTML" or "Code" block where you can paste this.
Practical Insight: You can adjust the width and height values within the copied HTML code to control how the form appears on your page, ensuring it fits your design without excessive scrolling.
2. Sharing via a Direct Link
Sharing a direct link is the quickest and most versatile way to distribute your Google Form. This method is perfect for sharing on social media, in chat applications, or anywhere a URL can be posted.
Steps to Share a Google Form Link:
- Open your form: Access your form in Google Forms.
- Click 'Send': In the top right corner, click the Send button.
- Choose the link option: In the "Send form" window, click the Link icon (it looks like a chain link).
- Copy the link: The form's URL will be displayed. Click Copy to save it to your clipboard.
- Tip: Check the Shorten URL box for a more concise link, which is especially useful for social media or print.
- Distribute the link: Paste this link wherever you want to share your form, such as in social media posts, instant messages, or documents.
3. Sending via Email
You can directly send your Google Form to specific recipients via email, making it easy to reach a targeted audience.
Steps to Send a Google Form via Email:
- Open your form: Open the form you want to send in Google Forms.
- Click 'Send': Click the Send button located in the top right.
- Select the email option: In the "Send form" window, click the Email icon (it looks like an envelope).
- Enter recipient details:
- In the "To" field, type the email addresses of your recipients.
- Edit the "Subject" and "Message" fields as needed.
- Optional: Check the Include form in email box if you want the form's questions to appear directly in the email body, allowing recipients to fill it out without leaving their inbox (though not all email clients support this, and some may need to click through to the full form).
- Send the email: Click the Send button.
Choosing the Right Method
- Use embedding when you want the form to be an integral part of your website's content and design.
- Opt for sharing a direct link for quick distribution across various digital platforms, making it accessible from anywhere.
- Choose sending via email for targeted communication with specific individuals or groups, especially for internal surveys or invitations.
