Creating Forms with JotForm

Introduction

• The video introduces JotForm, a drag-and-drop form builder.
• JotForm offers extensive functionalities beyond simple forms, suitable for managing a business.
• Core features are accessible for free.

Getting Started

• Users can create forms without technical skills.
• Sign up on JotForm's website to create a workspace.
• Forms can be created from scratch or using templates.

Form Creation

• Two types of forms: Classic (better for desktops) and Card (better for mobiles).
• Users can start building forms by dragging and dropping form elements such as text fields, multiple-choice options, images, etc.
• JotForm provides over 10,000 templates for different needs.

Key Features

• Conditional Logic: Show or hide form fields based on responses.
• Payment Integration: Integrate payment systems like Stripe, PayPal, etc.
• Widgets: Enhance forms with interactive features, such as embedding PDFs or videos.

Design Customization

• Customize the form's look (colors, fonts, layout) using JotForm’s design tools.
• Advanced customization through CSS for maintaining brand consistency.

Notifications and Thank You Page

• Set up email notifications for yourself and auto-responder emails for respondents.
• Customize the thank you page, including redirecting to a different URL after submission.

Integrations and Workflow

• Integrate JotForm with third-party services, such as Google Sheets or MailChimp.
• Create approval workflows and add signature fields for confirmations.

Testing and Publishing

• Preview the form to ensure compatibility across different devices.
• Diverse options for sharing or embedding the form online.

Conclusion

• JotForm allows building smart forms efficiently.
• Encouragement to engage with the channel for more tutorials on JotForm.