Open Google Forms – Go to Google Forms and open an existing form or create a new one.

Add a Question – Click the “+” button to insert a new question.

Choose “Multiple-choice grid” or “Checkbox grid” –

• Select “Multiple-choice grid” for a ranked-choice format.

• Select “Checkbox grid” if users can select multiple options per row.

Enter Options and Criteria –

• List ranking items as rows.

• Add ranking numbers (1st, 2nd, 3rd, etc.) as columns.

Enable Required Row Selection (Optional) – Click the three-dot menu (︙) and check “Require a response in each row” to ensure users rank all items.

Adjust Settings –

• Go to the “Settings” tab.

• Enable “Collect email addresses” (optional) if tracking is needed.

Save and Share – Click “Send” to distribute the form via email, link, or embed it on a website.