How to add Contact Form in Squarespace 7.1 Fluid Engine
A contact form is one of the most important elements of a website. It allows visitors to send you messages directly without opening their email app. In Squarespace 7.1, adding a contact form is simple using the Fluid Engine editor.
In this blog post, we will explain what a contact form is, share best practices, and guide you step by step to add and customize a contact form in Squarespace 7.1.
What is a Contact Form in Squarespace?
A contact form in Squarespace is a built-in block that allows visitors to fill out and submit information, such as their name, email address, and message. When someone fills the form and clicks submit, you receive the message directly in your email, Google Drive, or connected service like Mailchimp.
You can add the contact form anywhere on your page using Fluid Engine and customize the fields, layout, and design based on your needs.
How to Add a Contact Form in Squarespace 7.1 Fluid Engine
Step 1:
Go to the section where you want to add a contact form on the page, and click the ‘ADD BLOCK’ button.
Step 2:
From the pop-up menu, select ‘Form’.
Step 3:
Now drag and adjust the size and position of the form as you want it to appear on your website.
Step 4:
Click on the Edit option for the form.
In this pop-up menu, you can customize the contact form by adding or removing fields and changing the button label.
How to Rename contact form in Squarespace?
In this section let’s go through how to rename the contact form.
What is Form Name in Squarespace?
Form Name in Squarespace is the internal name used to identify the form. It does not appear on your website but helps you organize and manage form submissions, especially if you have multiple forms on your site
How to Add Form Name in Squarespace?
Edit your form name in the text box labeled ‘Form Name’ in the Form Edit pop-up menu, as explained in the previous section.
How to Add, Delete, and Reorder Fields in Squarespace Forms
In this section of the blog post, we will cover how to add fields to the contact form and manage them.
What are Fields in a Squarespace Form?
Fields in a Squarespace form are the input areas where visitors can enter information. Examples include text boxes, dropdown menus, checkboxes, and email input fields. Each field collects specific data, such as a name, email address, or message, which is submitted through the form.
How to Add a Field in a Squarespace Form?
Step 1:
In the Squarespace Form Edit pop-up menu, as explained in the previous section, click on ‘Edit Form Fields’. This will open another menu containing the fields of the form
Step 2:
From the menu, click on the ‘ADD FIELD’ button to add a new field to the form.
Step 3:
From the options, choose the field you want to add to the form.
What Fields Can Be Added to a Squarespace Website Form?
We have written a detailed blog post on the types of fields that can be added to a form in Squarespace, along with guidance on when to use each field. You can read it here.
This is how you can add fields to a form in Squarespace. Next, let’s look at how to reorder fields in a Squarespace form.
How to reorder fields in Squarespace form?
To reorder the fields in a Squarespace form, go to the Fields menu and drag and drop the desired field to your preferred position.
How to Delete a Field in a Squarespace Form?
To delete a field from the form in Squarespace, click the red trash icon in the Edit Form Fields menu.
This is how you can create and manage form fields in Squarespace 7.1. We have divided the form-related content into four detailed blog posts, which you can read here.
How to Change the Text of the Submit Button in a Squarespace Form
How to Display a Post-Submit Message
How to Receive an Email When a Form Is Submitted
How to View Submitted Forms in Squarespace
How to Connect the Form to External Services Like Google Drive
Best Practices for Using Contact Forms
Here are some helpful tips to make your contact form more effective:
1. Keep It Simple:
Only ask for information you really need. Too many fields can discourage users.
2. Use Clear Labels:
Label each field clearly so users know what to enter.
3. Add a Confirmation Message:
Show a short thank-you message after submission to let users know their message was received.
4. Connect to Email or Google Drive:
Make sure responses go where you can easily access them.
5. Make It Mobile-Friendly:
Use proper spacing and layout so the form looks good on phones and tablets.
A contact form is a simple but powerful tool for connecting with your audience. By following these steps and best practices, you can easily create a clean and user-friendly contact form using Squarespace 7.1 Fluid Engine.
We hope you found this guide helpful. Feel free to explore other posts for more Squarespace tips.
