Dynamic Form Control Types
Dynamic Form Control Types

A dynamic form builder offers a variety of control types to suit diverse needs. Common controls include text boxes for freeform input, dropdowns for predefined selections, and radio buttons or checkboxes for multiple-choice options.

Advanced controls like date pickers, file uploaders, and signature pads add functionality, while specialized tools such as progress bars, currency converters, and location pickers enhance interactivity. These versatile controls empower users to create tailored forms that optimize data collection and improve user experience.

Current controls you may use on the Octo Forms website:

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Control Description Information
TextboxSimple textbox
Textbox MultipleLarge textbox
Date PickerDate Picker
CheckboxSimple checkbox
Form SelectionLink another forms first value to a form with a dropdown
Form Selection MultipleLink multiple forms first value to a form with a dropdown
Checkbox ListCheck box list
Radio ButtonsRadion button list
TabSeparates forms by a tab
StepperSeparates forms by a stepper
Hidden FieldHidden field for storing data or formula
LabelA label to display text or a formula on a form
File UploadUpload files assigned to a specific form
Image UploadUpload an image on form
User SelectionSelects a user linked to this Company
Tab MultipleSeparates forms list by a tab
LocationTrack and display location
Progress BarTrack and display progressTutorial/Guide
Tab MultipleSeparates forms list by a tab
SequenceAllows for generating number is a sequenceTutorial/Guide
Form Flatten SelectionSelects a form and the flattened captured values
Time PickerSelects the specific time.
User MultipleSelects multiple user accounts
Currency SelectionSelect the currency used on the current form.Tutorial/Guide
CurrencyWill convert using the selected currency. If no Currency Selection is present it will use the Base Currency.Tutorial/Guide
Currency - BaseAlways displays the base currency value.
TimerStart/Stop a timerTutorial/Guide
System ControlSystem Control
OCR ControlUpload Images and Import dataTutorial/Guide
Cellphone NumberInternational standard Cellphone Number