How to Set Up and Manage Form Fields: Complete Field Guide

How to Set Up and Manage Form Fields: Complete Field Guide

By Michael Turner

January 29, 2025 at 08:14 AM

Form field data input options allow you to collect various types of information from visitors through form blocks, custom product forms, and custom checkout forms. Some fields feature automatic location-based formatting.

Name Field

  • Collects first and last names in separate boxes
  • Appears as a single field in Google Sheets
  • Alternative: Use Text Fields for single-box name collection

Basic Input Fields

  • Text: For short, single-line responses
  • Email: Requires valid email format
  • Phone: Automatically formats numbers with optional country codes
  • Text Area: For longer responses without character limits
  • Website: Includes "http://" prefix
  • Twitter: Displays "@" symbol for handles

Selection Fields

  • Dropdown Menu: Single selection from a list
  • Checkbox: Multiple selections allowed
  • Radio: Single selection with different display style
  • Survey: Five-point scale rating system (-2 to +2)

Specialized Fields

  • Address: Multiple boxes for postal address details
  • Date: Location-based format
  • Time: Adjusts to visitor's timezone
  • Number: Numeric input only
  • Currency: Customizable currency symbol
  • Password: Hidden text visible in form submission

File Upload

  • Requires Google reCAPTCHA
  • Supports images, documents, presentations, video, and audio
  • 10MB limit per file
  • Up to 5 files per submission
  • Virus scanning before submission
  • Downloads available through:
    • Contacts panel
    • Email links
    • Google, Zapier, or Mailchimp URLs

Organizational Elements

  • Line: Adds horizontal divider
  • Hidden: Creates tracking query parameters

All form fields can be customized to match specific needs while maintaining user-friendly functionality and secure data collection.

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