Understanding the Form Fields

Created by Janardhan Baskar, Modified on Mon, 19 Aug at 3:15 PM by Janardhan Baskar

Konnectify Forms has a wide range of elements that you can incorporate into your forms allowing you to gather a ton of data via, which then allows you to gather information effectively by using a variety of form elements. Here’s a detailed guide with examples:

1. Text

Collect short, specific responses such as names, phone numbers, etc.

Example: "First Name" - a single-line input field where the user enters their first name.

2. E-mail

Specifically designed to collect valid email addresses.
Example: "Email Address" - ensures the entered text follows an email format (e.g., user@example.com).

3. Number

Collect numerical data, such as phone numbers or quantities.
Example:
- "Phone Number" - an input field for entering a contact number.
- "Quantity" - an input field for entering a numeric value like the number of items.

4. Multi-Line

Ideal for collecting longer, detailed responses such as feedback, comments, or descriptions.
Example: "Describe your experience" - a multi-line field allowing users to write a detailed response.

5. Dropdown

Purpose: Allow users to select a single option from a defined list.
Example: "Preferred contact mode" - a dropdown list asking a job applicant how they would prefer to be contacted, where the user selects one.

6. Checkbox

Check this box to confirm your selection.
Example: "Do you agree to the terms and conditions?" - Tick off the box if you accept the terms and conditions presented.

7. Radio Buttons

Choose from a list of options that you’re presented with.
Example: "Gender" - a list of radio buttons with options like Male, Female, and Other, where only one can be selected.

8. Upload File

Purpose: Allows users to upload files such as documents, images, or PDFs.
Example: "Upload your resume" - a file upload field where users can attach their resume in PDF or DOC format.

9. Date and Time

Purpose: Provides an interface for users to select a date or time.
Example: "Select your birthdate" - a date picker that opens a calendar for users to choose their birthdate.

Example Scenario:

Consider a "Contact Us" form with the following elements:

Text Input: "Full Name"
Email Input: "Email Address"
Number Input: "Phone Number"
Text Area: "Your Message"
Dropdown: "Subject" (e.g., Inquiry, Support, Feedback)
Radio Buttons: "Preferred Contact Method" (Email or Phone)
Submit Button

Once you’ve completed the form, it should look like the one shown below:

These elements help you gather comprehensive information from users while ensuring that the data collection is organized and efficient.