1.1 How to Create Your First Web Form?
Creating your first web form with Form Builder is simple and intuitive. You’ll start by selecting a template or building from scratch, then customize fields to suit your needs. Finally, you’ll configure settings like email notifications and publish your form with just a few clicks.
Decide What to Ask
Start by considering the questions you want to ask your users. Forms with higher conversion rates are typically short and simple. Users are likely to abandon a form if it’s too lengthy, so keep your forms concise and straightforward.
State the Purpose in the Heading
You understand the purpose of your form, but visitors to your webpage won’t know what it’s for unless you explain. Add a brief heading like “Contact Us” to your form, and if needed, include extra details in a subheading.
Use Predefined Form Fields
Ask your visitors for their name and email address so you can keep track of your form submissions and follow up with visitors. Select the desired field from the in the left corner of the Form Builder, all of the standard form elements appear on the left of the Form Builder.
Use a Long Text Element for Long Answers
• A long text element in forms is a field where users can enter longer responses, like paragraphs or detailed comments, instead of just brief answers.
• They typically support a larger character limit compared to short text fields, allowing users to enter more extensive information.
• Ideal for feedback forms, surveys, and applications where detailed explanations or narrative responses are needed.
• You can set validation rules to ensure that the input meets specific criteria, such as minimum or maximum character lengths.
Embed Your Form Into a Website
Embedding your form on a website is essential for ongoing data collection. To get the embed codes, click on share on the right side of the Form Builder, then choose Embed on the left. Select the embed option that works best for your needs.
Ensure the embedded form is responsive and adjusts well to different screen sizes and devices for a seamless user experience.
Implement security measures such as SSL encryption to protect user data and ensure safe submissions through the embedded form.
Verify that the form displays and functions properly on mobile devices to accommodate users who access your website from smartphones and tablets.
Test Your Form to See if It’s Working
Test your form on your live website to see if your Forms are working. Thoroughly test your forms to ensure data is being collected properly. If data isn’t being stored, revisit your form settings to confirm everything is set up correctly.
Congratulations on completing your first form! If you ever need help, don’t hesitate to revisit this guide. We’d love to hear about your experience creating your first form—share your thoughts in the comments below.
1.2 Quick Overview of Form Elements
Form elements in Form Builder are the building blocks of your webform. These include basic fields like text boxes and dropdowns, as well as more advanced options like file uploads and payment integrations.
Quick Elements
Quick Elements list, the most commonly used form elements.
1.Short Text
The Short Text field is a single-line text input that allows users to enter brief or concise information. It is typically used for capturing names, email addresses, phone numbers, titles, or any other short pieces of text data
2. Long Text
- The “Long text functionality” typically refers to a text input field that allows users to enter and edit larger blocks of text, such as paragraphs, essays, comments, or other lengthy content
- Unlike short text fields, which are used for brief input, long text fields provide users with more space to express themselves and provide detailed information.
3. Date
A date field is a common type of input field in forms that allows users to enter a date. Depending on the system and the specific needs of the form.
4. Time
A time field in a form allows users to select a specific time. It’s typically used in conjunction with a date field to specify an exact date and time for something, such as an appointment.
5.Date and Time
The “Date and Time” field in a form allows users to enter both a date and a time. This can be especially useful when scheduling events or setting deadlines that are more precise than just a date.
6. Currency
The “Currency” field in a form is used when you want users to input a monetary amount. This type of field allows users to enter numeric data, and it usually includes a symbol that represents a specific currency (like $ for USD, £ for GBP, € for EUR, etc.).
7. Drop Down
The Dropdown Field allows you to select one option from a list. When you click on the Dropdown Field, it expands to display a list of choices. After making a selection, the list collapses, showing only your chosen option.
8. Choices
- The “Choices” field in a form, often also known as a radio button field or a checkbox field, provides a set of predefined options for users to select from.
- This field type is commonly used for multiple choice questions, agreement to terms and conditions, selecting preferences, etc.
9. Decision Box
• A “Decision Box” field in a form is a type of field that allows users to make a selection, usually a “yes” or “no” choice.
• This type of field is commonly used for binary choices or confirmations, such as agreeing to terms and conditions or choosing to receive newsletters.
10. Slider
A Slider field in a form allows users to select a value by sliding a handle or lever along a scale. This can be especially useful for subjective measures or ranges where a precise numerical input isn’t required.
11. File Upload
• The File Upload field is a type of form input field that allows users to upload files from their devices.
• These files can be of various types like documents, images, audio, video, and so forth, depending on the restrictions set by the form builder.
12. Rich Text
• A “Rich Text” field in a form allows users to input formatted text.
• This is typically more complex than a standard text input feld, and can include things like text styling (bold, italics, underline), links, bullet or number lists, and even embedded images or other media.
13. Formula
• In the context of forms, a “Formula field” refers to a specific type of field that allows you to perform calculations based on the values entered in other fields.
• The formula field automatically calculates and displays the result based on the defined formula, without requiring any manual intervention. It is commonly found in spreadsheet software and some form-building tools.
14. Number
• The “Number field” refers to a feature or input type provided in form builders, database systems, programming languages, or other software that allows users to enter numeric values.
• Number fields are specifically designed to handle numerical data, and they often include certain characteristics and functionalities that distinguish them from other types of fields.
15. Empty Feild
• In a form builder, an empty field provides space for users to input or select data, helping to structure the form layout.
• It can also serve as a placeholder for future responses and enhance visual design by adding necessary spacing.
Survey Elements
Easily build your questionnaire and survey forms with Survey Elements.
1. Table (Data Grid)
• In a form builder, a table is used to organize and display data in a structured format.
• It allows users to input multiple pieces of related information in a grid layout, making it easier to capture and manage data such as survey responses, inventory lists, or order details.
2. Rating
The Rating field in a form is a tool that allows users to provide feedback or express opinions by choosing a value from a pre-determined range, typically in the form of stars or numerical values.
3. Payments
• A payment feature allows you to collect payments directly through your form.
• It enables users to pay for products, services, or donations by integrating with payment gateways like PayPal and Stripe.
• This feature simplifies the transaction process, making it easy to handle payments securely and efficiently within the form.
1.3 Does Munshify Form offer free trail
• Yes, Munshify offers a free trial plan. With the trial, you can create up to 5 forms and access all standard features for 14 days without needing a credit card.
• This allows you to explore and test the platform before deciding on a paid plan.
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