Webflow Forms are a powerful tool that allows you to collect data and interact with your users on your website. Whether you want to gather contact information, conduct surveys, or create a registration form, Webflow Forms can help you achieve that. In this tutorial, we will explore the various features and functionalities of Webflow Forms.
Creating a Form
To begin using Webflow Forms, you need to create a form element in your HTML document. The form element acts as a container for all the form elements such as text inputs, checkboxes, and buttons. To create a form element, use the following code:
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Adding Form Elements
Once you have created the form element, you can start adding different types of form elements inside it. Some commonly used form elements include text inputs, checkboxes, radio buttons, dropdowns, and buttons.
- Text Inputs: Text inputs allow users to enter text-based information such as their name or email address.
- Checkboxes: Checkboxes are used when users need to select multiple options from a list.
- Radio Buttons: Radio buttons are used when users need to select only one option from a list.
- Dropdowns: Dropdowns provide users with a list of options to choose from.
- Buttons: Buttons are used to submit the form or perform other actions.
Saving Form Submissions
When someone submits a form on your website, you’ll want to store that data somewhere for future reference. Webflow makes it easy to save these submissions by integrating with third-party services like Zapier or by using Webflow’s built-in form submission handling.
Integrating with Zapier
Zapier is a popular automation tool that allows you to connect Webflow Forms with hundreds of other apps. To integrate Webflow Forms with Zapier, follow these steps:
- Sign up for a Zapier account if you don’t have one already.
- In your Webflow project, go to the Form Settings panel and enable “Webhooks” under the “Form Actions” section.
- Create a new Zap in Zapier and select Webflow as the trigger app.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to connect your Webflow account and select the form you want to use.
- Set up the desired action in Zapier, such as sending an email or adding a row in Google Sheets whenever a form is submitted.
Using Webflow’s Built-in Submission Handling
Webflow also provides a built-in way to handle form submissions directly within the platform. To set this up, follow these steps:
- In your Webflow project, go to the Form Settings panel and enable “Email Notifications” under the “Form Actions” section.
- Add one or more email addresses where you want to receive form submissions.
- You can also customize the confirmation message that users see after submitting the form.
With these options, you can choose whether to use third-party services like Zapier or stick with Webflow’s built-in submission handling based on your specific needs.
Styling Your Forms
Webflow allows you to easily customize the appearance of your forms using its visual design tools. You can change colors, fonts, sizes, and add animations to make your forms visually appealing and consistent with the overall design of your website.
Conclusion
Webflow Forms provide a simple yet powerful way to collect data and interact with users on your website. From creating forms to saving submissions and styling them, Webflow Forms offer a range of features that can be tailored to suit your specific requirements. So go ahead and start building engaging forms that enhance user experiences on your Webflow projects.