ProTip: Setting a Numeric Keyboard as Default for a Field
Originally published on 11/05/2015
Using mobile forms? Check out this hidden trick to streamline your form-filling experience
When creating digital forms for business operations, such as an employee evaluation template or a digital invoice, optimizing the user experience is essential. One often overlooked way to streamline form completion is setting the correct default keyboard for template fields. For example, when collecting numeric-only information like customer zip codes or employee ID numbers, configuring the keyboard to default to "Numeric" can reduce errors and speed up data entry. This setting is particularly valuable for businesses that rely on form automation to improve efficiency and accuracy in their workflow processes. By default in GoFormz, the keyboard is set to "Alpha," but you can easily switch it to "Numeric" by accessing the Properties Panel in the Template Editor. Below is a step-by-step guide to help you make this simple yet impactful configuration.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Open the Template Editor: Navigate to the Template Editor, where you manage your data entry fields and form-building experience.
Select the Template Field: Click on the field that requires a specific keyboard type, such as a Number field that captures a zip code.
Access Field Properties: Locate the Properties Panel on the right-hand side of the Template Editor screen.
Change the Keyboard Setting: Look for the "Keyboard" setting in the Properties Panel. By default, it will be set to "Alpha." Simply switch it to "Numeric."
Alpha vs. Numeric Keyboards
If you choose the Alpha Keyboard, users can toggle between alpha and numeric keys. If you choose the Numeric Keyboard, it will only support numeric input, with no option to toggle to alpha keys.
By configuring the keyboard type appropriately, you can ensure smoother and more accurate data entry for your users, enhancing the overall efficiency of your digital forms and workflows.
Why GoFormz?
GoFormz is your one-stop solution for all your process management and data capture needs. With powerful automation features like automatic calculations and customizable workflows, your operational processes can be streamlined from start to finish. By leveraging advanced data capture capabilities, including audio recordings and file attachment fields, GoFormz empowers users to collect more detailed, actionable information that drives smarter decision-making.
Seamless integrations with industry-leading platforms such as Procore, Acumatica, and Salesforce ensure your data is updated in real-time across systems, keeping your operations synchronized and efficient. Whether you're digitizing traditional paper forms or enhancing workflow automation, GoFormz equips your business with the tools needed to capture, process, and act on data like never before.
