How to Build Custom Forms in Webflow

Step 1: Setting Up the Form

Open your Webflow project and go to the page where you want to add the form or create a new page. In the left sidebar, click on the plus icon to open the Add Elements panel. Scroll down to the Forms section and select the Form Block. Drag and drop it onto your canvas.

Step 2: Customizing the Form Fields

Once the Form Block is on the canvas, you will see placeholder fields like Name and Email. Customize these fields to collect the information you need. Click on any field to select it, then use the Settings panel on the right to modify the field label, placeholder text, and set it as required if necessary. To add more fields such as phone number, message, or dropdowns, drag and drop more form elements from the Add Elements panel. Use the Input element for text fields, Text Area for longer responses, or Dropdown for select options.

Step 3: Styling Your Form

To make your form visually appealing, select the Form Block or any individual field. Use the Style panel to change background color, borders, font styles, sizes, and spacing. Customize the Submit button by selecting it within the Form Block. Adjust its color, hover effects, and text to match your brand aesthetics. For alignment and organization, use Flexbox or Grid layout settings.

Step 4: Setting Up Form Submission Options

After completing and styling your form, set up the submission options. Click on the Form Block and go to the Settings panel. The Action URL will appear here, with Webflow handling submissions by default. You can redirect to another URL if needed. Choose your preferred destination for submitted information: enable email notifications in Form Settings or connect third-party services like Zapier for complex workflows.

Step 5: Adding Form Validation

Ensure users provide correct information by adding validation rules to fields. Select an input field and open the Settings panel. Under Validation, enable necessary options like Email address must be valid, or set a minimum character length for text inputs. When users submit the form, error messages will guide them to fill it correctly if they don’t meet criteria.

Step 6: Testing Your Form

Before publishing, thoroughly test your form. Use Preview mode in Webflow to fill out the form as a user. Test various inputs and check for error messages. Submit the form to see if you receive the expected information and confirm it correctly redirects to thank-you pages or messages.

Step 7: Publishing Your Form

When satisfied with the setup, publish your changes by clicking the Publish button in the top right corner of the Webflow dashboard. Once the site is live, revisit and test the form again to ensure all functions smoothly.

Conclusion

Building custom forms in Webflow enhances interaction with website visitors. By following these steps, create forms tailored to your needs while maintaining your brand's aesthetic. Continuously monitor form submissions and make adjustments as necessary to optimize user experience and data collection. Whether generating leads, gathering feedback, or facilitating sign-ups, well-designed forms help achieve your goals efficiently.