Google Forms™ is a great tool for collecting responses, but it does not have a built-in way to limit responses. This can be a problem when managing event registrations, surveys, or appointment bookings where only a specific number of people can sign up.
✅ The solution? The Form Response Limit add-on helps you limit responses in Google Forms, automatically close forms when they reach a set number of responses, and even schedule when the form opens and closes.
This guide will show you how to install and use the Form Response Limit add-on to control responses in Google Forms™ easily.
Start and Stop Time – Set specific times for when your form opens and closes, ensuring responses are only accepted within your chosen timeframe. Response Manager – In Form Response Limiter, easily delete, edit, and search form responses for better control and management.
Step 1: Install the Form Response Limit Add-On
To get started, open Google Forms and go to the form you want to manage.
1️⃣ Click the three dots (⁝) menu in the top-right corner.
2️⃣ Select “Get add-ons” to open the Google Workspace Marketplace.
3️⃣ Search for “Form Response Limit“ and select the add-on.
4️⃣ Click “Install” and allow permissions.
Now, the add-on is installed and ready to use!
Step 2: Set a Response Limit
1️⃣ Click the puzzle piece icon 🧩 at the top of your Google Form.
2️⃣ Select Form Response Limit and click “Start”.
3️⃣ Enter the maximum number of responses you want to allow.
4️⃣ Click “Save” to apply the limit.
🚨 Once the limit is reached, the form will automatically close!
Step 3: Set a Start and Stop Time
Want your form to open and close at a specific time? You can schedule it!
1️⃣ Open the Form Response Limit add-on.
2️⃣ Select “Start and Stop Time”.
3️⃣ Choose the date and time for your form to open.
4️⃣ Set the end date and time when the form should close.
5️⃣ Click “Save”.
✅ Now, your form will only accept responses during the set timeframe—no manual closing needed!
Step 4: Manage Your Responses
With Form Response Limit, you can also:
✔️ Enable email alerts to know when your form reaches its limit
✔️ Manually close the form early if needed
✔️ Edit or delete responses through the add-on
This keeps your Google Forms organized and stress-free!
Final Thoughts
If you’re tired of manually closing Google Forms or dealing with too many responses, the Form Response Limit add-on is a simple, automated solution. Whether it’s event registrations, surveys, or appointments, this tool saves time and keeps your forms under control.
✅ Quick to install
✅ Automatically manages responses
✅ Perfect for limited sign-ups and scheduled forms
🔗 Try it today and simplify your Google Forms management! Form Response Limit