Text fields let you collect written responses from submitters, from short answers to longer paragraphs. They are common in contact forms, intake forms, surveys, applications, and lead capture workflows. For longer-answer design, compare open-ended survey questions and client intake software.Documentation Index
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Available Text Fields
| Field | Description | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Short Text | Single line of text | Names, titles, brief answers |
| Long Text | Multi-line text area | Comments, descriptions, feedback |
| URL | Website link with validation | Website addresses, social profiles |
Short Text
Collect a single line of text response. Settings:- Placeholder text
- Character limit (min/max)
- Required toggle
- Format validation (regex)
- Names
- Job titles
- Short answers
- Reference numbers
Long Text
Collect longer text responses like paragraphs or detailed answers. Settings:- Placeholder text
- Character limit (min/max)
- Required toggle
- Row height (how tall the input appears)
- Comments and feedback
- Descriptions
- Essay questions
- Detailed explanations
URL
Collect and validate website URLs. Settings:- Placeholder text
- Required toggle
- Auto-validation for URL format
- Website addresses
- Portfolio links
- Social media profiles
- Reference links
Text Field Settings
All text fields share these common settings:Validation
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Allowlist | Only accept specific values |
| Blocklist | Reject specific values |
| Regex Pattern | Custom format validation |
Display
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Title | The question or label |
| Description | Helper text below the title |
| Placeholder | Example text inside the field |
| Default Value | Pre-filled text |
Behavior
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Required | Must be filled to submit |
| No Duplicates | Prevent duplicate entries |
| Hidden | Collect data without showing the field |
| Auto-fill | Pre-fill with last submission data |
Next Steps
Choice Fields
Let submitters select options
Contact Fields
Collect contact information
Contact Form Template
Use text fields for subject lines, messages, and short inquiries
Client Intake Template
Collect detailed background and project information
Open-Ended Survey Questions
Write long-text questions that invite useful responses