Can the state option be abbreviated when using the address block state drop-down?

  • webtools@heart.org
    Asked on August 25, 2016 at 12:15 PM

    Hi, 

    I've chosen to use the address block and change the state option to the dropdown, but is there a way to make it so that the states in the drop-down are abbreviated instead of the full name?

     

    Thanks, 

     

    Nathan

  • John_Benson
    Replied on August 25, 2016 at 1:39 PM

    Unfortunately, it is not currently possible if you use the Address field under the Quick Fields. As you can see, you can set a drop down for the State but it is not abbreviated.

    Can the state option be abbreviated when using the address block state drop down? Image 1 Screenshot 40

    However, you can create a stand alone drop down Here's a short guide:

    1. Select the State Field and click the Properties icon. 

    Can the state option be abbreviated when using the address block state drop down? Image 2 Screenshot 51

    2. Go to the Options tab and change the Predefined Options to "US States Abbr". Click the Save Changes button when you're done.

    Can the state option be abbreviated when using the address block state drop down? Image 3 Screenshot 62

    Hope that helps. Let us know if you need further help. Thank you.

  • familyformation
    Replied on September 29, 2016 at 2:43 PM

    Hi, JotForm - I'm hoping that I won't have to retype every "North Carolina" as "NC" before putting this information into my database (along with all the other states). We use this information for mail merges here at our church. Is there a chance that this will be an option anytime in the near future? Thanks!
  • Support_Management Jotform Support
    Replied on September 29, 2016 at 5:51 PM

    Hi @familyformation - To give way to the OP, I have moved your question to a separate thread https://www.jotform.com/answers/946282

    We'll attend to it shortly.