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Workflow Trigger: Quiz Submitted

The Quiz Submitted workflow trigger automatically enrolls a contact into a workflow when they submit a published quiz, enabling real-time, score-based automation.

Updated over 2 months ago

Who This Is For / When to Use

Use this trigger when you want to automate follow-ups, segmentation, or actions immediately after a contact completes a quiz.


What Is the Quiz Submitted Trigger

The Quiz Submitted trigger activates every time a contact submits a quiz.

When triggered:

  • The contact is added to the workflow immediately.

  • Quiz data (scores, categories, tags) becomes available for filters and actions.

  • The workflow can run once or multiple times per contact, depending on re-entry settings.

This trigger works with all published quizzes.


Key Features and Benefits

Real-Time Automation

  • Trigger workflows instantly after quiz completion.

  • Respond while intent and engagement are highest.

Advanced Filtering

  • Filter by quiz name, overall score, category score, or custom fields.

  • Target specific outcomes or performance levels.

Flexible Workflow Actions

  • Send emails or SMS messages.

  • Assign tasks to users.

  • Update contact fields or tags.

  • Trigger downstream automation.

Scalable Logic

  • Combine with IF/ELSE, wait steps, and conditions.

  • Build advanced quiz-based journeys without manual work.


How to Add the Quiz Submitted Trigger

Step 1: Open the Workflow List

  1. Go to Automations β†’ Workflows.

  2. Click + Create Workflow or open an existing workflow.


Step 2: Add a New Trigger

  1. In the workflow editor, click Add New Trigger.

  2. Search for Quiz.

  3. Select Quiz Submitted.


Step 3: Configure the Trigger

After selecting Quiz Submitted, configure the trigger settings.

You can:

  • Rename the trigger (optional).

  • Add one or more filters to control when it fires.


Available Trigger Filters

Filters determine which quiz submissions activate the workflow.

Quiz Name

  • Trigger for a specific quiz.

  • Include all quizzes.

  • Exclude selected quizzes.

Overall Score

  • Greater than

  • Less than

  • Between ranges

Example: Trigger only if Overall Score β‰₯ 80%.

Category Score

  • Target performance in a specific category.

  • Useful for personality or skill-based quizzes.

Custom Field

  • Filter using custom data captured during the quiz.

  • Enables advanced segmentation.

Multiple filters can be combined for precision targeting.


Publishing the Workflow

Step 4: Save and Publish

  1. Click Save.

  2. Toggle the workflow from Draft to Publish.

  3. Use Test Workflow to validate behavior before going live.

Once published, the workflow runs automatically on every qualifying quiz submission.


Common Use Cases

Personalized Follow-Ups

  • Send different emails based on quiz scores or categories.

Lead Scoring and Segmentation

  • Apply tags or update fields based on performance.

  • Route high scorers to sales or coaching workflows.

Recommendations and Upsells

  • Suggest courses, services, or products based on results.

Task Assignment

  • Notify team members when high-intent contacts submit quizzes.

Completion Rewards

  • Trigger certificates, bonuses, or access when criteria are met.


Common Issues and Fixes

Workflow not triggering

  • Confirm the quiz is published.

  • Verify filters are not too restrictive.

  • Ensure the workflow is published, not in Draft.

Workflow triggering multiple times

  • Disable Allow Re-entry in Workflow Settings if you want it to run once per contact.

Wrong contacts entering workflow

  • Review filter logic and operator conditions.


FAQ

Does the Quiz Submitted trigger work for all quizzes?

Yes. It can be used with any published quiz.

Can I use multiple actions in one workflow?

Yes. You can add unlimited actions, conditions, and logic steps.

Can I filter by quiz score?

Yes. Use Overall Score or Category Score filters.

Can I combine multiple filters?

Yes. You can combine quiz name, score thresholds, and custom fields.

What happens if a contact submits the same quiz multiple times?

By default, the workflow triggers on every submission. To prevent this, turn off Allow Re-entry in the workflow settings.

Can this trigger be used with external tools?

Yes. The trigger works with integrations, webhooks, and external automation tools.

Can I embed quizzes on pages or funnels?

Yes. Quizzes can be embedded using custom code on pages or funnel steps.

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