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🪜 Multi-Step Forms or Multi-Pages Forms

What is Multi-Step Forms or Multi-Pages Forms?​

Multi-Step forms, also known as Multi-Pages forms, are a valuable approach for designing and organizing forms, especially when dealing with extensive or complex data collection.

These forms divide the form into smaller sections or steps, making it easier for users to fill out the form without feeling overwhelmed. The result is a more organized, visually appealing, and user-friendly form that efficiently boosts form conversion rates.

These forms are designed to simplify the form-filling process, especially for large or complex forms.

By breaking the form into smaller sections or pages, users are not overwhelmed by a long list of fields.

Multi-Step forms improve organization, enhance the user experience, and boost form conversion rates. Let's learn how to create multi-step forms in FormNX.

Creating Multi-Step Forms​

Creating multi-step forms in FormNX is straightforward. Follow these steps:

Creating Multi-Step Forms

  1. Access Add/Edit Form: Log in to your FormNX account and either create a new form or select an existing one for editing.

  2. Find the "Page Break" Element: On the left side of the form builder, search for the "Page Break" element.

  3. Drag and Drop Page Break: Drag and drop the "Page Break" element below the form field where you want to break the page. Any fields added after the page break will be placed on the next page.

Alternatively, you can click on the "Add Page Break" below your form to easily add the page break in your form.

  1. Add More Pages: You can add more page breaks as needed to create additional pages. Fields added after each page break will be organized into separate pages.

Validation and Progress in Multi-Step Forms or Multi-Pages Forms​

In multi-step forms, field validations typically occur when the user clicks "Next" to proceed to the next step.

This ensures that each page's data is validated before progressing to the next.

Users can easily track their progress through the form with the help of a progress bar, which shows completion status for each page.

Benefits of Multi-Step Forms or Multi-Pages Forms​

Here are some key benefits of using Multi-Step forms:

  • Enhanced User Experience: Multi-Step forms break down the form into manageable sections, making it easier for users to navigate and complete.

  • Improved Organization: Data collection is better organized, allowing for clear categorization of information.

  • Increased Form Conversion: Users are less likely to abandon a lengthy form when it's presented in smaller, approachable steps.

  • Visual Appeal: Multi-Step forms look better and are more visually appealing, contributing to a positive user experience.

FAQs​

Can I add as many pages as I want in a multi-step form?​

Yes, you can add as many pages as needed to create a multi-step form. FormNX allows for flexibility in organizing your form's content.

How are field validations handled in multi-step forms?​

Field validations typically occur when the user clicks "Next" to proceed to the next step. This ensures that each page's data is validated before progressing to the next.

Can I add a progress bar to show users their form completion status?​

Yes, FormNX includes a progress bar feature that shows users their completion status for each page in a multi-step form. This helps users keep track of their progress.