Form Glossary
A dictionary of the terminology common in Fluent Forms and form building in WordPress.
Accordion Field
Organizes long or complex forms into collapsible vertical sections so users focus on one section at a time, reducing clutter and improving completion rates.
Action Hook Field
A developer-focused field that allows you to execute custom PHP code at a specific point in the form for advanced custom functionality.
Address Field
A pre-formatted group of input fields designed to collect a complete address, including street address, city, state, ZIP code, and country.
Admin Email Notification
An automated email, sent to administrators or designated recipients when a form is submitted, with customizable content and attachments.
Advanced Form Styler
A built-in no-code tool that lets you customize form colors, fonts, spacing, borders, shadows, and layout.
AJAX Form Submission
Allows forms to be submitted without a page reload, providing instant feedback and a smoother user experience.
Akismet Integration
Uses the Akismet service to detect spam submissions, adding an extra layer of spam protection.
Anti-Spam Tools
A collection of built-in and integrated tools such as honeypot, CAPTCHA, IP blocking, and double opt-in to prevent spam.
Border Radius
A styling option that controls how rounded the corners of form elements appear.
Bot Protection
Security mechanisms like honeypot and CAPTCHA that block automated bot submissions.
Bulk Actions (Entries)
Allows actions like marking read/unread, deleting, restoring, or exporting multiple entries at once.
Button Styles
Controls the appearance of submit, next, and previous buttons including size, color, alignment, and hover states.
Calculation
Performs mathematical calculations based on user input for pricing, VAT, quotes, or measurements.
CAPTCHA (reCAPTCHA, hCaptcha, Turnstile)
Human verification tools integrated with Fluent Forms to prevent bot and automated spam submissions.
Chained Select Field
Creates dependent dropdowns where available options change based on previous selections.
Checkbox Field
Allows users to select one or more options from a predefined list.
Color Picker
An input field that allows users to visually select or manually enter a color value.
Conditional Logic
Dynamically shows or hides fields, sends notifications, or redirects users based on form input.
Confirmation Message Settings
Defines what users see after submitting a form, such as a message or a redirect.
Container/Column
Layout elements that organize fields into responsive multi-column structures.
Conversational Forms
Displays one question at a time with progress indicators to increase engagement and completion rates.
CSV Export
Downloads form submission data in CSV format for analysis or backup.
Custom CSS/JS
Allows you to add form-specific custom CSS or JavaScript for advanced styling and behavior.
Custom HTML Field
Lets you insert custom HTML content such as text, images, or videos inside a form.
Custom JavaScript
Allows you to add form-specific JavaScript code to extend or modify form functionality beyond default options without affecting other forms.
Date/Time Field
Provides a calendar and time picker to collect date, time, or both with customizable formats.
Default Value
Pre-fills fields with static values or dynamic smartcodes like user data or current dates.
Double Opt-in
Requires users to confirm their email via a confirmation link, ensuring verified and compliant data collection.
Dropdown Field
A compact select menu that allows users to choose only one option from a predefined list.
Duplicate Form
Creates an exact copy of an existing form, including all fields and settings, with one click.
Elementor Widget
A native Elementor widget used to embed and style Fluent Forms visually.
Email Notifications
Automated and customizable emails are sent to administrators or users after form submission.
Embed Methods
Ways to insert forms using shortcodes, blocks, widgets, PHP functions, or landing pages.
Entries
Individual form submissions are stored and managed within the Fluent Forms dashboard.
Entry Notes
Internal comments are attached to entries for team collaboration.
Entry Status
Labels such as read or unread indicate the current state of a submission.
Error Messages
Validation messages shown when required fields are missing or inputs are invalid.
Field Label
The visible title or question for a form field, customizable for users and administrators.
Field Placeholder
Hint text inside a field that disappears once the user starts typing.
File Upload Field
Allows users to upload files with controls for file type, size, and quantity.
Fluent Support Integration
Converts form submissions directly into support tickets.
FluentBooking Integration
Allows users to book appointments directly from forms using a calendar interface.
FluentCRM Integration
Automatically syncs form submissions with FluentCRM for contact management, tagging, and automation.
Form Analytics
Tracks form views, submissions, and conversion rates to measure performance.
Form Editor
The drag-and-drop interface used to build and configure forms.
Form Landing Page
Creates a standalone, distraction-free page dedicated entirely to a form.
Form Layout
Controls how fields are arranged in single or multi-column layouts.
Form Preview
Shows how a form looks and functions before publishing across devices.
Form Restrictions
Limits form access based on conditions like date, login status, IP, or submission limits.
Form Scheduling
Controls when a form is active based on date and time.
Form Steps
Breaks long forms into multiple steps with navigation and progress indicators.
Form Templates
Pre-built forms for common use cases that can be imported and customized quickly.
Form Validation
Ensures correct data entry using validation rules and custom messages.
GDPR Agreement Field
A dedicated checkbox field used to collect and document user consent.
Global Settings
Universal configuration options applied across all Fluent Forms.
Google Sheets Integration
Automatically sends form submissions to Google Sheets in real time.
Gutenberg Block
A WordPress block editor component for embedding forms directly in content.
Gutenberg Styler
Allows form styling inside the Gutenberg editor without custom CSS.
Hidden Field
An invisible field used to collect background or tracking data.
Honeypot
A hidden anti-spam field designed to trap bots and block their submissions.
Image Upload Field
A specialized upload field limited to image files.
Import/Export (Entries)
Exports or imports submission data in CSV, Excel, or JSON formats.
Import/Export (Forms)
Transfers forms between sites using JSON files.
Integrations
Connections with third-party tools such as CRMs, email services, and payment gateways.
Inventory Manager
Controls item stock levels, hides sold-out items, and displays remaining quantities.
JSON Export
Exports forms and their configurations as JSON files, useful for backups, migrations, or sharing form templates while preserving all settings.
Keyboard Navigation
Allows users to navigate and complete forms using only a keyboard.
License Management
Manages Fluent Forms Pro license activation, verification, and updates.
Limit Submissions
Restricts how many entries a form can accept within a specific timeframe.
Login Requirement
Restricts form access to logged-in users only.
Multi-Step Form
Divides long forms into smaller sections with navigation controls.
Multiple Choice Field
A dropdown-style field that allows users to select multiple options.
Name Field
A structured field for collecting first, middle, and last names.
Net Promoter Score (NPS)
Measures customer loyalty by asking how likely users are to recommend a product or service.
Numeric Calculation
Performs dynamic mathematical operations based on numeric field values.
Numeric Field
Accepts only numerical values with configurable limits and formats.
Page Break
Defines the boundary between steps in a multi-step form.
Payment Fields
Specialized fields designed to collect payment-related information.
Payment Methods
Supported gateways such as Stripe, PayPal, Mollie, Razorpay, and others.
PDF Add-on
Generates PDF documents like invoices, receipts, or certificates from submissions.
Post/CPT Selection Field
A dynamic dropdown that pulls WordPress posts, pages, or custom post types.
Privacy Settings
Controls data retention, IP logging, and compliance-related options.
Progress Bar
Shows users their progress through a multi-step form.
Quiz Module
Turns forms into interactive quizzes with scoring and feedback.
Radio Field
Allows users to select only one option from multiple choices.
Range Slider
An interactive slider for selecting values within a defined range.
Redirect After Submission
Automatically sends users to a specific URL after form submission.
Repeater Field
Allows users to add multiple sets of the same group of fields.
Reporting Dashboard
Displays form performance and trends using visual analytics.
Required Field
Makes a field mandatory before the form can be submitted.
Rich Text Input Field
A text area with formatting options such as bold, lists, and links.
Role Manager
Controls user permissions for forms, entries, and settings.
Save & Resume
Allows users to save form progress and complete it later.
Section Break
Visually separates sections of a form with headings and descriptions.
Shortcode
A simple WordPress code snippet used to embed forms anywhere.
Simple Text Field
A single-line input field for short text responses.
Spam Protection
Built-in and integrated tools that prevent spam and malicious submissions.
Survey Module
Analyzes survey responses and displays visual result summaries.
Terms & Conditions Field
A checkbox requiring users to agree to legal terms before submission.
Textarea Field
A multi-line input field for longer responses.
Time & Date Field
Collects date, time, or both using flexible formats.
Tooltip/Help Message
Hover-based informational text that provides guidance without cluttering the form.
Unique Field Validation
Prevents duplicate submissions by enforcing unique field values.
URL Field
Collects and validates website URLs.
User Registration Module
Creates custom WordPress user registration forms.
Validation Messages
Customizable error messages shown when validation rules fail.
Visual Data Reporting
Transforms submission data into charts for easier analysis.
Validation Messages
Customizable error messages shown when validation rules fail.
Visual Data Reporting
Transforms submission data into charts for easier analysis.
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