Field types
Choose the right question types and fields for your data.
36 articles
- 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 formsLearn how to collect fast, secure digital signatures in any Formaloo form with draw or type options on any device.
- How to add min and max selectable options in multiple-choice questionsControl how many options your respondents must select in a multiple-choice field – from a minimum requirement to a maximum cap.
- 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 a Date fieldControl which dates users can select in Date fields by setting dynamic ranges relative to today – perfect for booking forms, age restrictions, date of birth fields, and limiting selections…
- 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 create a custom dropdown with more than 150 optionsCreate a dropdown-style selector with unlimited options by using a Lookup field and a secondary database instead of a standard Dropdown.
- 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.
- How to use the New page field in Classic formsLearn how to use the Page field in Formaloo classic forms to divide long forms into multiple pages, improve navigation, and simplify user experience.
- How to let respondents review their answers before submitting in FormalooLearn how to add an answer review step to your Formaloo form so respondents can check and correct their responses before submitting — using the Review field and @review id.
- How to use the slider field in FormalooLearn how to add a slider field to your Formaloo form, configure min/max values, toggle the displayed value, and collect clean numeric scores from respondents.
- How to let respondents pick multiple options from a searchable dropdown in FormalooLearn how to use the Multi-select Dropdown field in Formaloo to let respondents search and pick multiple options, with min/max limits, chip-based responses, and full answer piping support.
- How to let respondents rank options by priority in FormalooLearn how to use the Ranking field in Formaloo to let respondents drag options into their preferred order, with position-aware responses, average rank charts, and answer piping.
- How to generate AI analysis on form submissions without showing it to respondents in FormalooLearn how to use Formaloo's AI Analysis field to generate private AI analysis on every submission, stored in the response row and hidden from respondents.
- How to capture multiple data rows with the Repeating section fieldSee how to add and customize a Repeating section filed to collect flexible, multi-row inputs in one field.
FAQ
Find answers to common questions about different field types
- How to set the number of decimal places in a number fieldSet the max decimal places in a number field by accessing 'Field settings' and entering your desired limit in the provided box.
- How many characters limit does the short text field haveShort text field limit: Default 255 characters; adjustable in the editor.
- How to delete a collapsible containerDelete a collapsible container on a form.
- How can I make the collapsible content box closed by defaultThe toggle boxes contain extra information that users can click to show if they want to.
- What are admin-only fields and how they helpUse the 'Admin-only' feature to protect sensitive data while gathering. Manage the flow of information and maintain data privacy standards.
- What is the Unique option on the editorThe "Unique" option ensures that each response for the field is distinct, preventing duplicates.