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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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How to set up constant redirection to one specific URLRedirect all form submitters to a single URL address after submission.
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.
Form editor and field typesLearn about form editor and its various fields and features in detail for seamless data collection.
How to customize the text in your formYou can personalize your form's description, ending page message, and buttons' text.
How to change your form’s settingsControl user submissions, set time limits, and redirect users after completion! Explore these settings and more to customize your forms.
Design the look of your formDesign your perfect form! Customize colors & backgrounds, layout, fonts & more. Explore more options with CSS.
How to lookup the submitted data of another formYou can use the lookup field to send data to another form and pre-defined options or create new options inside the form.
How to duplicate a formaloo project appDuplicating forms and apps replicate form logic, single/multi-step, colors, initial design, & notification settings.
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.
How to create and use answer pipingAnswer piping lets you use previous answers in new questions, sections, or success messages. See examples and personalize your forms.
How to use a variable field with a formulaUse form variables for calculations, customize fields for an area calculator, and explore donation forms, quizzes, and BMI calculators.
How to translate the content of a formTranslate your Formaloo form for a global audience. Learn how to adjust validation text, buttons & more.
How to deactivate/activate your formManage the status of your form and survey with one click.
How to remove Formaloo brandingTo have fully white-label branding on Formaloo, you can remove our branding and add your own.
How to use offline formsUse the Formaloo Android app to submit forms offline. Syncing happens automatically when you're online. (iOS coming soon!)
How to set a timer on your formsThe timer feature allows you to set a time limit for users to complete your form.
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 and customize the text in your formCustomize key elements of your form, from description text to success messages and submit button labels.
How to use partial submits (auto-save)Users can easily save and resume filling out forms later with the 'Partial submit' feature.
How to personalize the success message with the user's namePersonalize success messages with user names. Easy steps to create a warm, engaging user experience.
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 transfer your old forms to the new dashboardLearn how to seamlessly transfer your old forms to Formaloo's new dashboard with this step-by-step guide. Quick and easy migration!
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 edit your forms and appsEnable edit mode from the top right-side of your dashboard and start editing your forms and apps.
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 set the number of decimal placesSet the max decimal places in a number field by accessing 'Field settings' and entering your desired limit in the provided box.
How to delete a collapsible containerDelete a collapsible container on a form.
How to hide the submit button on the formLearn how to hide the submit button on your form to create display-only pages for announcements, terms, FAQs, and more.
How to hide the submit button based on form answersHide the submit button: Use the multi-step form, add a mid-form section, and set logic to prevent early submission.
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 format. You can also view charts to visualize your data.
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 transfer data between two formsSet up and link Form1 and Form2, create hidden fields to capture data, and ensure matching field IDs.
How to download form responses into ExcelWith these flexible export options, you can download responses in formats that match your needs.
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.
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 print responses as PDF filesPrint or save responses as PDF, open the page > press command+P > print or save your page.
How to go back to change a responseUse navigation arrows to go back and change responses on forms and surveys.
How to delete a recordDelete a row or one of your data on your table.
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.
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 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 Square to FormalooConnect your Square account using its Location ID and API key. Easy setup, secure transactions.
How to connect RazorPay to FormalooConnect your RazorPay account to Formaloo for secure transactions within your forms. (Indian businesses only).
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 many payment methods I can add to my formYou can add unlimited payment methods to your form.
Supported currencies on FormalooLearn about supported currencies on Formaloo and how to select them for payments.
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.
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 set a fixed payment amount on your formEnable "Form with payment" and set a fixed amount in settings. Easy way to collect payments.
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 - Old dashboard

Explore different field types available in Formaloo to capture diverse data types effectively.


How to add min and max selectable options in multi-choice questionsControl answer choices! Set minimum & maximum selections for multi-choice questions.
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 change the title of the Matrix fieldCustomize Matrix field titles in Design tab. Choose 'Customize more content' > 'Fields related'. Modify or delete text.
File upload limitationSet file upload limits in your form editor. Formaloo accepts files up to 100MB.
How to use 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 signature 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.
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 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 create a custom dropdown of citiesImport cities from Excel, create lookup field in Formaloo. For few cities, manually add dropdown.
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 default value on the date fieldSet default values on date fields, choosing between fixed, dynamic, or none 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 add a description to CSAT fieldsCustomize CSAT field descriptions in edit tab or enable 'Advanced description' for detailed text customization.
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'.
Form builder field typesHere, you can find all the features and field types in the form builder editor. Learn how to use and customize them in your form.
Setting tab optionsCustomize form settings. IP restriction, date, redirect URL, auto-save, timer, response limit, payment integration, and custom JavaScript.
Design tab optionsCustomize font, color, background, layout, and style. Choose multi-step/single-step format. Add CSS for advanced customization.
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 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 images to your fieldsYou can add images to the advanced description of the fields in your form.
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