Choose between standard and Visual Forms

Pick the form type that fits your process best.

Choose the form type based on what matters most.

Use standard Forms when the questions matter most.

Use Visual Forms when the document layout matters too.

Choose standard Forms when

• you want a simple question list
• you want to build a form quickly
• the layout does not need to match a fixed document

Choose Visual Forms when

• you already use a PDF document
• the form must look like an existing paper form
• the layout is part of the process

A simple way to decide

Ask this question first:

Does the final document need to keep a fixed look?

If yes, choose Visual Forms.

If no, standard Forms is often the easier choice.

Frequently asked questions

Is one type better than the other?

No.

Each type fits a different need.

Can I use both?

Yes.

Many teams use both.

Which one is easier for new users?

Standard Forms is often the easiest place to start.

Related topics

• Forms
• What is Visual Forms?
• Create a Visual Form