Top Methods for Converting a Google Forms to PDF

29 Jul, 2023
paresh
Paresh @Boloforms
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Converting a Google Forms to PDF
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Introduction

Collecting data through online forms has become a common practice. However, there are situations where you may need to share form responses in a format that is easily accessible and shareable, whether in physical print or as a digital file. PDFs have emerged as a go-to solution, offering a convenient format for both printing and digital distribution. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore various methods to save a Google Form as a PDF, empowering you to effectively share your form and its responses with ease.

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Convert your Entire Form to PDF

  • Create your Google Form as desired.
  • Click on the three dots located in the upper right corner of the form interface.
  • From the drop-down menu, select "Print." Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcuts Ctrl + P (PC) or Command + P (Mac) to open the print dialog directly.

Print Forms Option in Google Forms
  • In the print dialog box, select the option to "Save as PDF" from the Destination dropdown menu.
  • Choose the desired settings for the PDF, such as paper size, orientation, and margins.
  • Click on the "Save" button in the lower right corner to save the form as a PDF file.
  • The resulting PDF file will be properly formatted, allowing for easy printing or sharing digitally.
Print Preview of Leave Request Form in Google Forms

Convert your Form Statistics to PDF

  1. Access the Responses tab of your Google Form.
  2. Within the Responses tab, select the "Summary" sub-tab to view the statistics for all the answers.
  3. To generate a printable version of the statistics, use the keyboard shortcuts Ctrl + P (PC) or Command + P (Mac) to open the print dialog.
  4. Configure the print settings, such as selecting the printer or choosing the "Save as PDF" option.
  5. Click on the "Print" or "Save" button to create the PDF file containing the form statistics.
  6. The resulting PDF will provide a concise overview of the form responses and can be easily shared or printed.
Form statistics/ Summary of Form Responses in Google Forms

Convert All your Responses to PDF

Note: This method may not be practical for forms with a large number of responses.
  1. Once your Google Form has received a sufficient number of responses, navigate to the Responses tab.
  2. Choose any of the sub-tabs under the Responses tab to access the individual responses.
  3. Click on the three dots located in the upper right corner of the chosen sub-tab.
  4. From the options provided, select "Print all responses."
  5. Adjust the print settings if necessary, such as choosing the "Save as PDF" option.
  6. Click on the "Print" or "Save" button to generate a PDF file containing all the form responses.
  7. The resulting PDF will contain a comprehensive compilation of all the individual form submissions.
Print all Form Responses in Google Forms

Convert your Individual Submissions to PDF

  1. Go to the Responses tab of your Google Form.
  2. Select the "Individual" sub-tab to access the individual responses.
  3. Locate and choose the specific response you want to save as a PDF, either by using the navigation arrows or entering the response number manually.
  4. Once you've identified the desired response, click on the printer icon located to the right of the response numbers.
  5. In the print dialog, customize the settings as needed, such as selecting the printer or opting for the "Save as PDF" option.
  6. Click on the "Print" or "Save" button to create a PDF file containing the selected response.
  7. The resulting PDF will include the specific submission you chose and can be easily shared or stored.
Print individual Form Response in google forms

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PDF customization feature in BoloForms

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Conclusion

The need to save Google Forms as PDFs has become increasingly important for efficient form management. This comprehensive guide has provided you with various methods to convert your Google Form into a PDF format, allowing for easy sharing and distribution.

By following the step-by-step instructions outlined in this guide, you can effortlessly save your entire Google Form as a PDF, convert form statistics into a printable PDF, generate a PDF containing all the form responses, or save individual submissions as PDFs. These methods empower you to tailor your form management process to your specific needs and ensure seamless sharing and organization of form responses.

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In conclusion, by utilizing the methods presented in this guide, you can save your Google Forms as PDFs and easily share them with others. Whether you choose to use BoloForms or rely solely on the built-in features of Google Forms, implementing the techniques discussed here will enable you to effectively manage and distribute your form responses in a convenient and widely accessible PDF format.

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