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# Form field types

The right field type makes a form faster to complete and easier to review.

Use the simplest field that matches the answer you need.

### Available field types

* **Header** — adds a section title inside the form
* **Text field** — captures short or long written answers
* **Time** — captures a time only
* **Date and time** — captures both values together
* **Date** — captures a date only
* **Numeric** — accepts numbers only
* **Checkboxes** — lets employees tick multiple options
* **Radio buttons** — lets employees choose one option
* **Drop-down list** — shows one selectable list of options
* **Signature** — collects an employee or customer signature
* **Photo** — lets employees add photo proof
* **Table** — captures repeated values in rows or columns
* **Text paragraph** — captures a larger text block

### How to choose the right field

Use **radio buttons** when only one answer is allowed.

Use **checkboxes** when several answers can be selected.

Use **photo** or **signature** only when proof or approval matters.

### A note about text paragraph

A **Text paragraph** can be used for longer notes.

It can also be hidden in PDF output when you only need internal notes.

### FAQ

<details>

<summary>Which field type is best for a yes or no question?</summary>

Use radio buttons with **Yes** and **No**.

</details>

<details>

<summary>When should I use a photo field?</summary>

Use it when employees need to provide visual proof of the job.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Can I use multiple field types in one form?</summary>

Yes.

Use any mix of field types that fits the process.

</details>

### Related topics

* [Create a form](/marketplace-packages-and-power-ups/power-ups/forms/create-a-form.md)
* [Configure table fields in Forms](/marketplace-packages-and-power-ups/power-ups/forms/configure-table-fields-in-forms.md)
* [Use conditional logic in Forms](/marketplace-packages-and-power-ups/power-ups/forms/use-conditional-logic-in-forms.md)


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