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Forms and data bases

Everything you need to know about building forms can be found in this collection.

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Create forms

Build powerful surveys, quizzes, and any type of form you need.


How to create a formTo create a form, build your form from scratch or select from over 200 free-form templates for a quicker start.
How to edit forms and form responsesYou can easily manage and customize both your forms and the responses you receive, keeping your data organized and up-to-date.
How to duplicate a form (from the app's bases)Duplicating forms and apps replicate form logic, single/multi-step, colors, initial design, & notification settings.
How to lookup the submitted data of another formCreate dynamic forms by retrieving submitted data from another form using the Lookup field.
How to connect forms with automatic data transferTo link forms and databases, you can send data on form redirection, use look-up and linked row fields, or URL parameters to pre-fill forms.
How to add a new page to single-step (classic) formLearn how to easily add new pages to single-step forms in Formaloo with this step-by-step guide. Organize your form sections effortlessly!
How to reorder fields and shuffle options in your formLearn how to reorder fields and shuffle fields or choice order in your Formaloo forms with this quick, step-by-step guide.
How to use partial submits (auto-save) on formsUsers can easily save and resume filling out forms later with the 'Partial submit' feature.
What are linked rows and how to use themLinked rows in Formaloo connect related data across forms, streamlining workflows and enhancing data organization for better insights.
How to undo deleted fieldRetrieve the deleted field by emailing us to verify your account. We will sort it.
How to change time zone of a formTime zone change: Currently UTC, local time zones coming soon. Follow progress on the product roadmap and community reports.
How to add Calendly to formsAdd Calendly to your forms to allow your users to book a meeting with you.
How to save changes in Formaloo forms and appsLearn how to save changes in forms and apps with the 'Publish' button and autosave feature for seamless updates.
Form responses

View, analyze, and export your form data easily.


How to view your form responsesView and analyze your Formaloo form responses in a table, chart, or Kanban format. Easily access submitted data and visualize your results.
How to showcase charts based on form responsesLearn how to showcase form responses with charts in Formaloo, including examples for each field type and chart view.
How to edit and delete responsesReview and update your form submissions! Edit individual responses or delete them directly from the Formaloo response table.
How to delete a recordDelete a row or one of your data on your table.
How to download form responses into ExcelWith these flexible export options, you can download responses in formats that match your needs.
How to print responses as PDF filesPrint or save responses as PDF, open the page > press command+P > print or save your page.
How to print the contract signature form as a PDF fileLearn how to print your contract signature form as a PDF in Formaloo, complete with captured signatures and response details.
How to see the number of views and submissions on your formLearn how to view the number of views and submissions for your form using Charts & Insights in Formaloo.
How to filter data setsFilter responses: select the form/survey, go to its dashboard and results menu, and filter from "sort by", "filter" or "settings".
How to reset views and responsesDuplicate your form to reset views and responses and start fresh with ease.
How to go back to change a responseUse navigation arrows to go back and change responses on forms and surveys.
How to transfer data between two formsSet up and link Form1 and Form2, create hidden fields to capture data, and ensure matching field IDs.
How to add tracking code to your formGo to Settings, and enable 'Show tracking code after form submission.' Each submission will generate a unique code for tracking.
Payment methods

Explore various payment integration options to seamlessly collect payments through your forms.


How to create a new payment methodConnect payment gateways to Formaloo. Go to profile settings, and create a payment method. Then enable payments in your form settings.
How many payment methods I can add to my formYou can add unlimited payment methods to your form.
How to create an order form with online paymentCustomize order form, add products, set currency, connect Stripe, Square, RazorPay, or PayPal, enable payment.
How to add a currency to the product fieldLearn how to add a currency to the product field in your form settings. Enable payment features and select your desired currency easily.
Supported currencies on FormalooLearn about supported currencies on Formaloo and how to select them for payments.
How to create a subscription-based payment on your formCreate recurring payments with Stripe. Set a Stripe product, connect it to Formaloo. Add a product field with the subscription ID to form.
How to set a fixed payment amount on your formEnable "Form with payment" and set a fixed amount in settings. Easy way to collect payments.
How to connect Stripe to FormalooConnect your Stripe account in 3 steps: create a payment method, enter your keys, and link it to your form.
How to connect PayPal to FormalooGet your PayPal API keys and connect them to Formaloo for secure transactions within your forms.
How to connect RazorPay to FormalooConnect your RazorPay account to Formaloo for secure transactions within your forms. (Indian businesses only).
URL parameters

Utilize URL parameters to pre-fill form fields and personalize user experiences for smoother interactions.


How to add URL parameters to the embedded formPopulate your forms, add URL parameters to the embedded and shared forms.
Field types

Choose the right question types and fields for your data.


Form editor and field typesLearn about form editor and its various fields and features in detail for seamless data collection.
How to customize text field and long text fieldThese simple fields help you capture short and lengthy responses, ensuring you get all the information you need.
How to customize the content fieldThis field allows you to write rich content, including text, images, links, and even code snippets.
How to enable multiple file Uploads in your formEnable multiple file uploads in forms. Add "Upload" field and allow multiple files in settings.
How to apply OTP verification in your formOTP (One-Time Password) verification is an effective way to protect your forms from unauthorized submissions.
How to add a signature field to your formsAdd a signature field to Formaloo forms easily from the 'Edit' tab in the form editor. Ideal for contracts, quotes, and consent forms.
Mandate respondent input with Formaloo's required fields featureFormaloo's 'Required' fields ensure that respondents provide essential information for a complete and accurate form submission.
How to use the Repeating section
How to add min and max selectable options in multiple-choice questionsControl answer choices! Set minimum & maximum selections for multi-choice questions.
File upload limitationSet file upload limits in your form editor. Formaloo accepts files up to 100MB.
How to use the score 0-10 fieldRate score from (0-10) for surveys, quizzes & NPS. Customize scale labels & set min/max scores.
How to show a logo on top of each page in multi-step formsDisplay your logo on every page of multi-step forms by adding it as a background or using a 'Content' field in single-step forms.
How to set the limitation of text field charactersSet character limits easily for text fields by adjusting maximum and minimum character counts from the right-side menu.
How to add 'Other option' to our questionsGive users more choices! Enable 'Other' option so users can write their answers.
How to add a video field to your formAdd videos to forms for context or instructions. Supports YouTube, Vimeo links. Embed if website allows OEmbed.
How to change the file size description on a formCustomize upload file size description on forms for clarity.
How to define a dynamic selectable date range in the date fieldDefine dynamic date ranges relative to the submit date in the date field for flexibility.
How to define a selectable date range in the date fieldDefine selectable date ranges in the date field, choosing between fixed or dynamic options for flexibility.
How to set a dynamic default value on the date fieldSet dynamic default values on date fields, based on submission date for automatic date generation.
How to set a default value on the date fieldSet default values on date fields, choosing between fixed, dynamic, or none options for flexibility.
How to add max and min value descriptions in the score fieldSet min and max score descriptions in edit tab for 0-10 score field, like 'Very dissatisfied' and 'Very satisfied'.
How to set customized validation on form fields (RegEx)Ensure data accuracy with custom validation rules. Use Regular Expressions (RegEx), control input format, character types, and quantity.
How to add images to your fieldsYou can add images to the advanced description of the fields in your form.
How to insert a list of options in the dropdown fieldManually add or bulk insert options, inserting one item per line in the dropdown field.
Old dashboard

Features and options in the old dashboard


How to create a multi-step form with a start buttonChange the form type to "Multi-step" and disable "Modern view" in the old dashboard editor.
Calc tabMore features are now available in the Logic&Calculator tab. Retain previous calculations or use new features for enhanced functionality.
How to move 'Calc' to the 'Logic & Calculation' tabWhen shifting from "Calc" to the "Logic & Calculation" tab, remove old "Calc" options. Add new logic for accurate calculations.
Score and price in the 'Calc' tabUse Logic&Calculator instead of Calc tab for score and price. Values may differ. Use answer piping for accuracy across tabs.
How to add a button to the success pageHow to add a button to the form's success page.
How to show widget once per userYou can limit one entry per IP, or show widget once per time.
How to present your form responses in the live modeActivate presentation mode in your form's editor. Customize displayed data, share the public link, or embed it on your website.
Can I make my app a template?Make your Formaloo app a template. Open app settings and enable "Convert app to template.
What is the requirement for the size of the background image and the ratioFor best performance use background images sized 1920x1080 and keep file size under 800 KB.
What photo dimensions work best on the forms?Best form cover photo dimensions: 16:9 ratio for perfect fit.
How to fit an image in any screen size?Adjust the image width to 100% of the screen size with a few clicks.
How to share forms and folders with your team memberInvite team members, give them access and share forms and folders
Most requested form's custom CSSCustomize appearance: Adjust font sizes, colors, and modify field sizes and spacing.
How much is my storage limitStorage limit: Refer to pricing, which varies by plan under Secure Cloud Storage.
How much storage do I have leftTrack storage usage via progress bar on profile after file collection begins.
How to create an order form with online payment in the old dashboardCustomize order form, add products, set currency, connect Stripe, Square, RazorPay, or PayPal, enable payment.
How to remove the blurred background from product fields in modern view forms?Remove the blurred background with a custom css (Product field)
How to change the white background color of modern view formsRemove white background color of modern view with a custom CSS code.
How can I center the submit button?Center the submit button with a CSS code.
Align the form fields in 2 columnsHow to align form fields in 2 columns?
How can I make my form RTL (right-to-left)Create right-to-left (RTL) forms. Adjust text direction, spacing, and use a pre-built RTL template to ensure your forms are accessible.
How can I make my form suitable for mobile size only?Mobile size only form with CSS code.
How to format the choice fields to all be left alignedFormat the choice fields to be left aligned with a custom CSS code.
How to hide the arrows forward back on the single choice file choices in two columnsHide arrows on single choice file in two columns with a custom CSS code.
How to make the image full size on single choice optionYou can use custom CSS code to change it.
App settings in the old dashboardLearn app settings more in details.
How to create a leaderboard app in the old dashboardLeaderboard app with the quiz. Easy to create and share for your HR team or students.
ChartWhat is charts in the Formaloo and how to create one?
BoardWhat is the Board data block and how to create one?
How to find & share the form's public URL in the old dashboardFind your Formaloo form URL. Open form in edit mode, then click 'Share' to copy or change the link.
How to set a custom domain for your forms in the old dashboardMask formaloos with your own domain/subdomain using Formaloo's custom domain feature. Easily set up with CNAME records.
Formaloo integrationsExplore Formaloo's wide range of integrations, including built-in tools and automation platforms, for seamless workflows across 5,000+ apps.
How to set up Two-Way Sync between Formaloo and Google Sheets in the old dashboardEnable two-way sync with Google Sheets to seamlessly update data between your Formaloo form and Google Sheets in real-time.
How to create a quotation formBuild a custom quote form. Add client info, services, and formulas for calculations. Pipe results and create an app for data.
How to change the title of the Matrix fieldCustomize Matrix field titles in Design tab. Choose 'Customize more content' > 'Fields related'. Modify or delete text.
How to use the page break fieldUse page breaks to organize single-step forms with pagination. Group questions into sections for clarity and organization.
How to use a CSAT fieldCollect feedback with the CSAT field. Customize max rating. Add descriptions. Enable advanced description for more customization.
How to use the product fieldEasily sell products with the 'Product' field. Add names, descriptions, prices, images. Calculates total price. Connect to payment gateway.
How to create a custom dropdown of citiesImport cities from Excel, create lookup field in Formaloo. For few cities, manually add dropdown.
How to add a description to CSAT fieldsCustomize CSAT field descriptions in edit tab or enable 'Advanced description' for detailed text customization.
Setting tab optionsCustomize form settings. IP restriction, date, redirect URL, auto-save, timer, response limit, payment integration, and custom JavaScript.
How to add an agreement checkbox and terms & conditions to your formAdd a Multi-choice" field with a single option and a section field for terms & conditions to your form. Make it required for compliance.
How to add social media share links to the form success pageAdd social media share links to your surveys or quizzes for easy sharing on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.