How Do You Add Inputs to Webflow?

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Adding inputs to a website built with Webflow is a fundamental step in collecting user information. Inputs allow visitors to interact with your site by providing their data, such as names, email addresses, and messages.

In this tutorial, we will explore the different ways you can add inputs to your Webflow project. Let’s get started!

Using the Form Block

The easiest way to add inputs to your Webflow site is by using the Form Block. The Form Block provides a pre-designed form layout with all the necessary input fields.

To add a Form Block, simply drag and drop it onto your desired page or section. You can find the Form Block in the Add Panel under “Components”. Once added, you can customize it according to your needs.

Customizing Input Fields

By default, the Form Block includes common input fields like Name, Email Address, and Message. To customize these fields:

  1. Select the Form Block on your canvas.
  2. In the right-hand sidebar, click on “Form Settings.”
  3. Under “Form Fields,” you can add or remove fields as needed.

You can also change the type of input field (e.g., text, email) by clicking on each field and selecting from the available options in the right-hand sidebar.

Building Custom Inputs

If you prefer more control over your form inputs’ design and functionality, you can build custom inputs using HTML elements within a Webflow container.

Create a Container

To start building custom inputs:

  1. Create a new section or div block on your canvas.
  2. Add a class to the container to style it as needed.

Add Input Elements

Inside the container, you can add various input elements using HTML tags like <input>, <textarea>, and <select>.

For example, to add a text input field:

<label for="name">Name:</label>
<input type="text" id="name" name="name">

Make sure to include the necessary attributes like “id,” “name,” and “type” for each input element. These attributes help identify and process the data submitted by users.

Add Submit Button

To complete your custom form, don’t forget to add a submit button. You can use the <button> tag or style an existing element as a button using CSS classes.

Handling Form Submissions

Now that you have added inputs to your Webflow project, you need a way to handle the form submissions. Webflow provides multiple options for handling form data:

  • Email Notifications: Webflow can send form submissions directly to your email address. Set up email notifications in the “Form Settings” panel under “Emails.

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  • Integrations: You can integrate Webflow forms with third-party tools like Zapier, Mailchimp, or Google Sheets. Use the “Integrations” tab in the “Form Settings” panel to set up these connections.
  • Custom Code: For advanced users, you can write custom JavaScript code to handle form submissions. Use the “Custom Code” tab in the “Form Settings” panel to add your code snippets.

Choose the option that best fits your needs and follow the respective instructions to set it up.

Conclusion

Adding inputs to your Webflow project is essential for collecting user information. Whether you use the Form Block or build custom inputs, Webflow provides flexible options to create functional and visually appealing forms. Experiment with different designs and functionalities to enhance user engagement on your website.

Now that you have learned how to add inputs to Webflow, start implementing them in your projects and take advantage of the valuable data they can collect!