
SEO-friendly title: Create Custom Checkout Forms to Collect Order Information
Creating a custom checkout form lets you collect additional information from customers during purchase. Here's how to set it up and use it effectively.
Enable the Custom Checkout Form:
- Navigate to the Checkout panel
- Scroll to Additional Fields
- Check "Enable Custom Checkout Form"
- Click "Edit Custom Checkout Form"
Build Your Form:
- Replace placeholder text with your form name (e.g., "Gift Message" or "Delivery Instructions")
- Add form fields for the information you need
- Each field can include a title and description
- Mark fields as required if necessary

Field edit box in form
Customize Field Options:
- Add, edit, or remove fields as needed
- Include clear instructions for each field
- At least one field is required
- Configure visibility and requirement settings

Form checkboxes for customizing product options
Form Display:
- Appears below Shipping field on checkout page
- For digital products, shows below Email field
- Custom forms don't display for in-person sales
- Apple Pay users see the form in an expandable accordion menu

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Access Form Submissions:
- View in Order details panel
- Check order notification emails
- Export in orders .csv file
Popular Uses:
- Gift messages
- Delivery instructions
- Referral surveys
- Terms of Service agreement
- Special requests
Remember to test your form by placing a sample order to ensure it works as intended.
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