How can I allow end-users to add additional entries?

tahch
Asked on May 20, 2013 at 02:57 PM

I have a field that could contain as little as 1 entry or as many as 40. Is there a way for the end-user to duplicate that field to add more entries when needed, but without my having to place every one on the form so as to not make the form longer than it needs to be for the majority that will only enter in this field once or twice?
tahch
Answered on May 20, 2013 at 03:20 PM

Might there be a dropdown where you ask them how many entries, they choose it, and that many fields populate? Any ideas on how to work around this if not?
Welvin

Jotform Support

Answered on May 20, 2013 at 04:44 PM

Hi,

Thanks for contacting us. We don't have a function to dynamically add fields into the "live" form but you can accomplish the same by adding the "more" fields into our form builder and use our Conditional Logic to show those fields whenever the user will set how many fields to show.

1. Add the fields to the form. If you have multiple fields to show, I suggest you to use the guide here: How to Hide or Show Multiple Fields at Once Based On a Single Conditional Entry

2. Add the "Spinner Field" into your form. This field is under "Survey Tools"

3. Set your Conditional Logic (Show/Hide Condition), to the "more" field like this:

Just repeat the processes:

Example Form: http://form.jotformpro.com/form/30674183544961?. Feel free to clone this form by following this guide: How to Clone a Form, so you can see on how I accomplish such.

Let us know if you need any further assistance.

Thanks
Welvin

Jotform Support

Answered on May 20, 2013 at 04:48 PM

What I mean for "more" fields are the 40 repeating fields you've mention.

Thanks
tahch
Answered on May 21, 2013 at 10:19 AM

Thank you Welvin & EliezerN! These are both viable options!!
Welvin

Jotform Support

Answered on May 21, 2013 at 10:20 AM

You are always welcome. It is our pleasure to help! If you have any further questions, concerns or suggestions please do not hesitate to contact us again.

Thanks