Managing quizzes in LearnDash can feel tedious, especially if you are entering each question and answer one by one. But what if you could build your quizzes in Google Sheets and automatically create or update your LearnDash quizzes in one go?
With the LearnDash Quiz Import/Export add-on from WooNinjas, that is exactly what you can do. This guide walks you through the entire process, from preparation to scheduled automation.
1. What You’ll Need
Have you ever stared at a blank quiz screen and wondered where to start?
Before you begin, make sure you have:
- LearnDash LMS is installed and active on your WordPress site
- LearnDash Quiz Import/Export add-on installed and activated: This adds import/export quiz functions to LearnDash.
- A Google account to create and edit Sheets
- A standard .xls/.xlsx quiz template from the add-on (you’ll copy this into Sheets)
2. Install And Activate the LearnDash Quiz Import/Export Add-on
How do you get the add-on ready for action?
Once installed, you will see a new menu in your WordPress dashboard: LearnDash LMS > Quiz Import/Export.
Here is what to do:
- Activate your license key (provided at purchase).
- You are now ready to import or export LearnDash quizzes
3. Download and Set Up Your Quiz Template
LearnDash LMS uses structured spreadsheet templates that map to quiz questions and quiz settings.
The Template Includes:
- Columns for question text
- Answer options
- Correct answers
- Question types
- Quiz title, settings, and more fields are important for LearnDash quizzes
Steps to Access and Use It:
- Go to LearnDash > Quiz Import/Export > Import Quiz.
- Click “Copy Default Template to Google Sheet”.
- Choose Make a copy, which creates your own editable Sheets file.
- Fill in the quiz and question fields using this template.
- Share and copy the sheet URL.
4. Populate Quiz Questions in Google Sheets
Ever wondered if there is a faster way to enter quiz questions?
Here is how to fill your sheet correctly:
- Quiz Title – name your quiz.
- Question Type – e.g., multiple choice, short answer
- Question Text – write your question
- Answer Options – list answers in their appropriate columns
- Correct Answer Indicator – mark which answers are correct, etc.
5. Configure Quiz Import Settings
What happens when you import quizzes? Can you control it?
Go to Quiz Import/Export > Settings to configure how quizzes behave on import:
- Minimum Role to Import – who can upload Sheets
- Publish Quiz on Import – immediately publish or keep as drafts
- Remove Existing Questions – decide if old questions should be replaced
- Update Duplicate Questions – prevent duplicates automatically
- Add Existing Questions – link old questions to new quizzes
These settings ensure your LearnDash quizzes work exactly as intended.
6. Link Your Google Sheet for Importing
How does LearnDash connect with your Google Sheet?
- Navigate to the General Settings tab of the Quiz Import/Export add-on.
- Enable Google Sheet Compatibility.
- You can choose how often LearnDash checks your sheet for updates:
- Every minute
- Once Hourly
- Twice Daily
- Once Daily
- Once Weekly
- Paste the sheet URL into the Google Sheet Import field.
- Update settings.
7. Trigger Import or Schedule Automation
Do you need to manually import quizzes each time you make changes?
Not at all. With scheduled automation, LearnDash LMS will:
- Click Import Scheduled Quizzes to sync quiz data immediately.
The import will update or create quizzes based on the data in the sheet.
Scheduled Automation
One powerful feature is scheduling:
Schedule import intervals like:
- Every minute
- Once hourly
- Twice daily
- Once daily
- Once weekly
Each scheduled run will check your Google Sheet and update or create quizzes based on the data you entered.
This makes quiz management hands-free and ideal for:
- Recurring assessments
- Periodic question bank updates
- Dynamic quiz content changes
Final Thoughts
Managing LearnDash quizzes does not have to be complicated. With the LearnDash Quiz Import/Export add-on and Google Sheets, you can:
- Build quizzes faster
- Reduce errors
- Automate updates
- Keep your content dynamic and organized
Whether you are handling hundreds of questions or just a few key assessments, this method makes quiz management fast, accurate, and efficient.
Build and Automate LearnDash Quizzes Fast With The LearnDash Quiz Import/Export Add-on
Are you tired of spending hours typing in quiz questions one by one? With the LearnDash Quiz Import/Export add-on from WooNinjas, you can turn Google Sheets into fully automated LearnDash quizzes in minutes. Create, update, and schedule quizzes without lifting a finger. Manage huge question banks, keep your quizzes fresh, and let automation do the heavy lifting.
Stop wasting time. Get the add-on now and make quiz management effortless, fast, and stress-free.
