Feature Spotlight: The Calculation Builder
The Calculation Builder provides form builders with an intuitive approach to adding calculations to your Template’s form fields.
The Calculation Builder can be accessed directly within the Template Editor, featuring an expanded modal for improved visibility and additional workspace. Please note that the Calculation Builder replaces the Formula Bar.
The Calculation Builder presents users with an index of all available functions, fields, and variables. As a user types their formula into the Calculation Builder’s Formula Bar, the list of available fields, functions, and variables truncates to display only those relevant to the formula being entered.
The Calculation Builder also provides inline validation and error validation while the formula is being entered – highlighting problematic segments of the formula that need to be corrected. Once entered, users can easily test the formula added to their form fields, allowing users to easily troubleshoot issues with their calculations.
What field properties can the Calculation Builder be used for?
The Calculation Builder can be used when adding calculations to the following properties:
Default Value
Dynamic Field Properties, for the Required, Background Color, Visibility properties
Database filter fields
Default form names
Formatting properties
How to access the Calculation Builder in the GoFormz Template Editor
In the Template Editor, you can access the Calculation Builder by selecting the field you would like to add a calculation to and navigating to the Properties panel. Next, locate and select the Default Value property, and the Calculation Builder will appear. You can then enter and test your calculations.
To learn more about adding calculations explore available calculations here or check out three Calculations you can add to your digital forms today!
