Form blocks are powerful tools for collecting visitor information through contact forms, surveys, polls, and registration forms. Here's everything you need to know about using them effectively.

Basic Setup

To add a Form block:

1. Edit your page and click "Add Block"
2. Choose "Form" from the options
3. Click the pencil icon to open the block editor
4. Configure settings in the Content, Design, and Storage tabs

Key Configuration Options

Content Tab:

• Form name (visible only in lightbox mode)
• Button text (default is "Submit")
• Form fields (Name, Email, Text, Text Area included by default)
• Post-submission message or redirection settings

Design Tab:

• Button alignment
• First field highlight animation
• Background color
• Lightbox effect
• Border style and thickness
• Blending mode
• Blur effects

Storage Tab:

• Default: Login email address
• Additional options: Mailchimp, Zapier, Google Drive
• Google reCAPTCHA integration

Important Considerations

Form Security:

• SSL encryption available for secure submissions
• Not HIPAA compliant
• Google reCAPTCHA recommended for spam prevention
• Suspicious submission warnings included

Form Fields:

• Maximum 30 fields recommended
• Required email field needed to store submissions
• File upload fields require Google reCAPTCHA
• Field formatting varies by site language and location

Tracking and Management:

• Monitor submission conversion rates
• Access form submissions in Contacts panel
• Filter submissions by form name
• Track form submitters and subscribers separately

Post-Submission Options:

• Custom thank you message
• HTML content support
• Redirection to specific URLs
• Confirmation emails (required with email signup)

Best Practices:

• Use descriptive form names
• Keep forms concise
• Enable required fields appropriately
• Test redirections while logged out
• Regular spam monitoring

Form blocks provide essential functionality for gathering visitor information while maintaining security and user experience. Regular monitoring and proper configuration ensure effective data collection and management.

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