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What is Google Docs?

Google Docs is a cloud-based word processing tool that allows users to create, edit, and collaborate on documents in real-time from any device. Part of Google Workspace, it’s known for its ease of use, seamless collaboration features, and integration with other Google services.

How it works

1

Link your Fillout form to Google

Open your Fillout form or create a new one. Under Integrate from the top menu, click Google Docs.Screenshot 2025-11-12 at 3.48.02 PM.pngThen, Sign in with Google to authorize access.
2

Select a folder and set a format

Choose which Folder you’d like to store submissions in. Then, type a File name or reference fields in your form by clicking or typing @.Screenshot of the Integrate tab of a form
Connecting a shared folder (Shared with me) isn’t currently supported. Only folders under My Drive can be connected. Select an existing folder there or create a new one.
You can choose to customize the format of the Google Docs by clicking Custom message to only include relevant fields. Type keywords and reference fields by clicking or typing @.Screenshot of the Integrate tab of a formTo format the text, highlight it. Then, click Finish setup in the upper right corner.
3

Publish and share your form

Preview your form to test it out. Once everything’s set, click Publish and share the link or embed your form anywhere.That’s it! Now every time a form is submitted, a new Google Doc will appear in your chosen folder.

Create a Doc only when a condition is met

You can choose to generate docs only under a specified condition. Check out this quick guide.

Other Google integrations

Upload files to Google Drive

Automatically upload files with a form.

Create a Google Sheets form

Sync form responses to a Google Sheet.

Track data with Google Tag Manager

Check conversions and ROI through responses.