How to Add a Contact Form in Elementor

How to Add a Contact Form in Elementor

Creating a contact form on your website is a great way to encourage visitors to reach out to you. With Elementor, a powerful page builder for WordPress, adding a contact form is simple and intuitive. In this post, we’ll guide you through the process step by step, ensuring that you can create a functional contact form without any hassle. Let’s get started!

Step 1: Install Elementor and Elementor Pro

To access the contact form widget, you need both Elementor and Elementor Pro installed on your WordPress website.

1. Install Elementor:

   • Go to your WordPress Dashboard.
   • Navigate to Plugins > Add New.
   • Search for "Elementor" and click Install Now. After installation, click Activate.

2. Purchase and Install Elementor Pro:

   • Go to the Elementor website and select a pricing plan that suits your needs.
   • After purchasing, download the Elementor Pro plugin from your account.
   • Upload the plugin via Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin and activate it.

Step 2: Create a New Page or Edit an Existing One

1. In your WordPress dashboard, navigate to Pages > Add New to create a new page or go to Pages > All Pages to edit an existing page.
2. If you’re creating a new page, give it a title (e.g., "Contact Us").
3. Click on the Edit with Elementor button to launch the Elementor editor.

Step 3: Drag and Drop the Contact Form Widget

1. In the Elementor editor, locate the left-hand panel where all widgets are listed.
2. Scroll down or use the search bar to find the Form widget (this is the contact form).
3. Drag the Form widget and drop it into your desired section on the page.

Step 4: Customize Your Form Fields

Once the form widget is placed, you’ll see default fields like Name, Email, and Message. You can customize these fields easily.

1. Edit Existing Fields:

   • Click on any field to open its settings in the left panel.
   • Change the Field Type (e.g., Text, Email, Textarea).
   • Modify the Label to reflect what you want the user to enter (e.g., “Your Name”).
   • Set the Required option if this field must be filled out.

2. Add New Fields:

   • Click on the Add Item button in the left panel.
   • Choose the type of field and configure the settings similarly as mentioned above.

3. Rearrange Fields:

   • Simply drag and drop the fields within the left panel to reorder them.

Step 5: Configure Form Settings

After customizing your form fields, you’ll need to configure how the form behaves after submission.

1. Click on the Actions After Submit tab in the left panel.
2. Choose what happens after someone submits the form. Common actions include:

   • Email: Sends the form submission to your email. (You can customize the recipient email, subject, and message.)
   • Webhook: For more advanced integrations, send submissions to a custom URL.
   • Redirect: Send users to a specific page after submission.

Step 6: Style Your Contact Form

Elementor provides powerful styling options to make your form look great.

1. Click on the Style tab next to the Content tab in the left panel.
2. Customize each aspect of the form, including:

   • Form Fields: Adjust the border, padding, background color, etc.
   • Submit Button: Edit the button text, color, typography, and hover effects to match your website’s aesthetic.

Step 7: Review and Publish

After you’ve configured and styled the contact form, it’s time to review your changes.

1. Click the Preview Changes icon (the eye icon) to see how your form will appear on the live site.
2. If everything looks good, click the Publish button on the bottom left to make your contact form live.

Conclusion

Adding a contact form in Elementor is a straightforward process that can enhance user engagement on your website. By following these simple steps, you can create a fully functional and stylish contact form in no time. As you get more comfortable with Elementor, don’t hesitate to experiment with more advanced features and integrations. Happy building!