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How to add Elements to POWR Forms

Building your POWR Form is as simple as choosing which fields you want and adding them one at a time. Whether you need a dropdown for country selection, checkboxes for terms and conditions, or text fields for names and emails, everything is added through the + Add Element button in the POWR Editor.

Quick steps

  1. Open the POWR Editor for your Form Builder app

  2. Go to the Form section and click + Add Element

  3. Choose the type of element you'd like to add, it will immediately appear on your form

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Available element types

POWR Forms supports a wide range of element types organized into categories:

Inputs

  • Text Box: single-line text input for short answers

  • Name: dedicated name field with first and last name handling

  • Email Address: email input with built-in format validation

  • Paragraph: multi-line text input for longer responses

  • Phone Number: phone input with optional country code selector

  • Date and Time: date picker, time picker, or both for scheduling and event fields

  • Number: numeric input for quantities, ages, or any numeric value

  • Address: all-in-one address field including street, city, state/province, ZIP/postal code, and country

  • URL: link input with URL format validation

  • File Upload: allow visitors to attach documents, images, or other files with their submission

  • Signature: e-signature field for agreements, waivers, or approvals

Selections & Ratings

  • Dropdown: single-select dropdown menu for picking one option from a list

  • Multiple Choice: single-select with all options visible (radio buttons)

  • Multiple Checkboxes: multi-select for options where users can pick more than one

  • Checkbox: a single checkbox for opt-ins or confirmations

  • Rating: star rating input for feedback forms

  • Ranking: let respondents rank options in order of preference (New)

  • Emoji Feedback: capture sentiment quickly with emoji-based feedback (New)

  • Picture Choice: let respondents choose from a set of images

Text

  • Label: add a title or section label to your form

  • Plain Text: insert instructional or explanatory text between fields

  • GDPR Compliance: pre-formatted GDPR consent text for compliance

Image

  • Add images anywhere in your form to enhance visual appeal or provide context

Layout

  • Space: add vertical spacing between form elements

  • Line Break: insert a horizontal line to visually separate sections

Apps

  • Countdown Timer: embed a countdown timer into your form for time-sensitive offers or deadlines

Editing an element after adding it

Once an element is added to your form:

  1. Click on it to open its settings panel

  2. Customize the label (the visible field name your visitors see)

  3. Set it as required or optional using the toggle

  4. Add placeholder text or default values where applicable

  5. Rearrange elements by dragging them up or down in the form order

  6. Delete an element using the trash icon in its settings panel

Tips for building effective forms

  • Keep it short. The more fields you add, the fewer submissions you're likely to receive. Only ask for what you truly need

  • Order matters. Put easy fields (name, email) first and any longer or more personal fields last

  • Test on mobile since most form submissions come from mobile devices

  • Preview before publishing so you catch typos or missing elements before your visitors see them

  • Use Layout elements (Space and Line Break) to group related fields visually and make longer forms feel less overwhelming

Common questions

Can I add my own custom field type?
POWR offers a wide range of built-in element types covering most common use cases. Adding entirely custom field types isn't supported, but if you have a specific need that isn't covered, reach out to our support team, we may be able to suggest a workaround using existing elements.

How many elements can I add to one form?
That depends on your plan tier. Free plans have element limits; paid plans offer more elements or unlimited element counts. Check your plan's specifics in your POWR dashboard.

Can I duplicate an existing element?
Yes, click on any element and look for the duplicate option in its settings panel. Useful when you have several similar fields.

Need Help?
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