How to create a sign-up sheet
Creating sign-up forms has long moved beyond just pen and paper — tools like Microsoft Word and Google Docs have been around for a long while.
However, if you’re aiming for a truly modern sign-up process, you can also use customizable online forms as a simple way to create and share your sign-up sheet.
What should be included in a sign-up sheet?
Imagine organizing an event for nonprofits, planning a charity fundraiser, or hosting seminars.
Months in advance, you launch an online portal for attendees to provide them with sign up and registration forms.
This portal necessitates a sign-up sheet to enable participants to provide the needed contact information for organizers.
Some of the main items you should consider including in a sheet are:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Address
- Age
- Emergency contact information
Pro tip:
Seek out sign-up forms that allow for maximum customization to make sure you get all the necessary details during event planning.
How do I create a sign-up sheet using Microsoft Word?
Creating a sheet in Microsoft Word is a straightforward process, even for beginners. Here are the steps to guide you:
1. Launch Microsoft Word on your Windows PC or Mac.
2. Navigate to the menu above your blank document and insert a new table with the required number of rows or columns.
![create a sign-up sheet using Microsoft Word](https://public-site.marketing.pandadoc-static.com/app/uploads/BP_how-to-create-a-sign-up-sheet_1-1400x700.png)
3. In the top row of your table, label the information you want participants to provide, such as name, email, or phone number.
![creating sign up sheet with MS Word](https://public-site.marketing.pandadoc-static.com/app/uploads/BP_how-to-create-a-sign-up-sheet_2-1400x700.png)
4. Use the table settings to modify the layout by adjusting cell sizes or adding extra columns to get more information.
![Ms Word sign up sheet table settings to modify the layout](https://public-site.marketing.pandadoc-static.com/app/uploads/BP_how-to-create-a-sign-up-sheet_3-1400x700.png)
5. Personalize the design of your table using the “Table Design” menu. You can use the “Borders” tool to modify the outline’s thickness and color or highlight fields with different colors.
![sign-up sheet design personalization](https://public-site.marketing.pandadoc-static.com/app/uploads/BP_how-to-create-a-sign-up-sheet_4-1400x700.png)
Your form is now finalized and ready for sharing.
How do I create a sign-up sheet using Google Docs?
Google Docs is a versatile tool available both on the web and on mobile.
It’s a convenient choice for creating sign-up sheets — just follow these steps:
1. On mobile, open the Google Docs app and sign in to your Google account.
2. On a desktop, navigate to Google Docs and sign in as well.
![sign in to Google Docs](https://public-site.marketing.pandadoc-static.com/app/uploads/BP_how-to-create-a-sign-up-sheet_5-1400x700.png)
3. Create a new document or go to the template gallery, where you can find a variety of sign-up sheet templates.
4. If you prefer to create a sheet from scratch, click to insert a new table.
![create a new table from scratch in Google doc](https://public-site.marketing.pandadoc-static.com/app/uploads/BP_how-to-create-a-sign-up-sheet_6-1400x700.png)
5. Edit the table or the template to customize it to fit your specific requirements. Make sure to include fields for a phone number, email, and all other essential details.
![customize table for sign-up form in Google doc](https://public-site.marketing.pandadoc-static.com/app/uploads/BP_how-to-create-a-sign-up-sheet_7-1400x700.png)
6. When the document is ready for sharing, tap the checkmark to exit editing mode, then tap the icon to share. You can send it to specific people or share a link.
![send sign-up form in google doc](https://public-site.marketing.pandadoc-static.com/app/uploads/BP_how-to-create-a-sign-up-sheet_8-1400x700.png)
In addition, you can consider using Google Forms to gather participant information and receive real-time notifications as people sign up.
How do I create a sign-up sheet with PandaDoc templates?
Online tools like PandaDoc provide on-the-go form templates to create a sign-up sheet for gathering information from your audience.
You can design and customize one in the following way:
1. Start a 14-days trial with PandaDoc to get access to all the features without any initial payment required.
![sign up for trial in PandaDoc](https://public-site.marketing.pandadoc-static.com/app/uploads/BP_how-to-create-a-sign-up-sheet_9-1400x700.png)
2. Once signed in, head over to the PandaDoc Forms section.
3. Click on the “Create Form” button to start.
![Create PandaDoc form](https://public-site.marketing.pandadoc-static.com/app/uploads/BP_how-to-create-a-sign-up-sheet_10-1400x700.png)
4. Add essential fields that participants will have to fill in, including phone number, email, and other relevant data.
![PandaDoc form customization](https://public-site.marketing.pandadoc-static.com/app/uploads/BP_how-to-create-a-sign-up-sheet_11-1400x700.png)
5. Add more columns, like one for a visitor sign, to capture all the information you require.
![customize PandaDoc table](https://public-site.marketing.pandadoc-static.com/app/uploads/BP_how-to-create-a-sign-up-sheet_12-1400x700.png)
6. Preview and tweak your sign-up sheet to spot any errors or areas of improvement and make the necessary modifications.
![PandaDoc table design settings](https://public-site.marketing.pandadoc-static.com/app/uploads/BP_how-to-create-a-sign-up-sheet_13-1400x700.png)
7. Hit the “Publish” button to go live and share the form with your audience via email, social media, or a platform dedicated to your event.
![publish sign-up form in PandaDoc](https://public-site.marketing.pandadoc-static.com/app/uploads/BP_how-to-create-a-sign-up-sheet_14-1400x700.png)
From blank page to perfect sign-up sheet with PandaDoc
Whether you need a volunteer sign-up sheet for a fundraising event or seeking to create a potluck sign-up sheet, you can ensure a smooth and efficient experience for your participants with PandaDoc.
You can use easy-to-navigate sign-up templates or create and customize a sheet from scratch on both desktop and mobile devices.
Sharing or publishing becomes a matter of a few clicks once your sheet is ready.
Experience the ease of PandaDoc Forms for yourself by starting to use sign-up forms today!