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Microsoft Forms Essentials (2025)

Build Smarter Forms for Better Engagement.

Created byBigger Brains
BeginnerUpdated Jan 28, 2026
Microsoft Forms Essentials (2025)

What You'll Learn

check_circleIdentify the features and key benefits of Microsoft Forms.
check_circleUse Copilot to create a form.
check_circleAdd different types of questions.
check_circleInsert and manage sections.
check_circlePreview and fill out the form.
check_circleUse multiple methods to distribute a form.

About This Course

Learn how to streamline your data collection and collaboration efforts using Microsoft Forms.

In Microsoft Forms Essentials, you'll learn how to create, customize, and share professional online forms, quizzes, surveys, and polls. You'll explore the interface, build forms from scratch or templates, and use Copilot to generate forms quickly. You'll see how to add and personalize different types of questions, insert images, organize content with sections, and apply branching logic to guide users through tailored experiences. You'll also learn how to preview your forms, set response options, and view results in real-time or export them for deeper analysis.

You'll discover best practices for designing effective and engaging forms, including how to apply formatting and style options to enhance visual appeal. You'll learn how to collaborate with others by sharing editable links and distribute your forms using multiple methods, including email, Teams, and Outlook. By the end of the course, you'll be equipped with the tools and confidence to build dynamic, user-friendly forms that support data collection, feedback, and communication across Microsoft 365.

Topics covered include: 

  • Identifying the features and key benefits of Microsoft Forms.
  • Accessing and navigating the Forms interface.
  • Using Copilot to create a form.
  • Creating a blank form.
  • Adding different types of questions.
  • Customizing the settings for questions.
  • Inserting and managing sections.
  • Adding branching to specific questions.
  • Previewing and filling out the form.
  • Setting response options.
  • Using multiple methods to distribute a form.
  • Viewing form responses in multiple formats.

Enjoy award-winning HD content in the “Uniquely Engaging”™ Bigger Brains Teacher-Learner style!

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Bigger Brains
Bigger Brains

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Kathy Jones
Kathy Jones

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Kathy is a Microsoft Certified education/training professional with experience in all aspects of training. Her strengths include classroom presentations, organizational skills, problem-solving, program design and development, and interpersonal communication.

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Do these courses count toward my professional development requirements?

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