Text field
What is it?
A simple text box.
When should I use it?
A text field is great for capturing a few words of input from a customer.
Example scenarios
'Forename', 'Surname'
Settings
Name | Description |
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Question text | The label shown next to the field |
Use validation | Whether to apply validation to the field, e.g. alphabetic or integer |
Restrict answer length | Set an upper limit on the number of characters that can be entered |
Required | Does the question have to be answered? |
Default answer | The value to initially display in the field, that the customer can then modify |
Placeholder text | A hint to display in the field, so the customer knows what to enter |
Require confirmation | Requires the customer to enter the same data twice, e.g. when confirming an email address |
Help text | Text displayed under the field to guide the customer as to what they should enter |
Show internally | If enabled, this field will be shown on internal forms |
Show publicly | If enabled, this field will be shown on online forms |