What type of form fields are there?

Modified on Mon, 15 Sep, 2025 at 5:05 PM

  • Textbox – A free-text input field where users can enter any text, including special characters (e.g. @, $, &).

  • Number – Accepts numeric values only (no letters or symbols). Example: phone numbers.

  • Email – Requires a properly formatted email address.

  • Radio – Allows users to select a single option from a predefined list.

  • Checkbox – Allows users to select one or more options from a predefined list.

  • Dropdown – Provides a dropdown list of predefined options. An optional toggle in Settings allows multiple selections.

  • File Upload – Lets users upload a file or attachment.

  • Date Picker – Provides a calendar interface for selecting a date. Users can scroll through months/years or select from dropdowns.

  • Time Picker – Allows users to select a time from a dropdown or enter it manually.

  • Display Header – A static text field for section headings or instructions.

  • Display Files – Lets the form creator upload files that users can download.

  • Display Text – A static text field for explanatory text or instructions.

  • Payment Text – A payment field where users can enter the amount they want to pay (e.g. donations).

  • Payment Radio Button – Allows users to select a single predefined payment option.

  • Payment Checkbox – Allows users to select one or more predefined payment options.

  • Approval Type – Used to link one or more approval workflows to a form. When submitting, users can only select one workflow.

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