How to Create Multi-Step Forms in Elementor

Introduction to Multi-Step Forms in Elementor

Creating multi-step forms can significantly enhance user experience on your website. They can increase conversion rates by breaking up lengthy forms into manageable sections, making it easier for users to complete the required information. Elementor, a powerful WordPress page builder, provides tools to create stunning forms, including multi-step formats. In this blog post, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of creating multi-step forms using Elementor.

Step 1: Install and Activate Elementor Plugin

If you haven’t installed Elementor yet, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your WordPress Dashboard.
2. Navigate to Plugins > Add New.
3. Search for "Elementor" in the search bar.
4. Click on "Install Now" next to the Elementor Page Builder plugin.
5. After installation, click on “Activate.”

Once activated, you’ll see a new menu option for Elementor in your WordPress Dashboard.

Step 2: Create a New Page

1. Go to Pages > Add New in your WordPress Dashboard.
2. Give your page a suitable title (e.g., Multi-Step Form).
3. Click on the “Edit with Elementor” button.

This will take you to the Elementor editor.

Step 3: Add a Form Widget

1. In the Elementor editor, find the "Form" widget in the left panel.
2. Drag and drop the Form widget onto your page where you’d like the form to appear.

Now you can start configuring your form.

Step 4: Customize Your Form Fields

1. Click on the form to see its settings in the left panel.
2. By default, a few fields will be added. You can modify these fields:

   • Label: Change the field label to whatever you want (e.g., "Name", "Email").
   • Type: Change the field type (e.g., text, email, number).
   • Required: Toggle this option if you want to make the field mandatory.

3. To add another field, click on the ‘Add Item’ button, and repeat the customization for this new field.

Step 5: Create Multi-Step Functionality

To make your form multi-step, you’ll need to utilize a plugin or apply a custom JavaScript solution. Here’s a simple way using a plugin.

Installing a Suitable Plugin (for example: "WP Multi-Step Form"):

1. Go to Plugins > Add New.
2. Search for "WP Multi-Step Form".
3. Install and activate the plugin.

Configuring Multi-Step in Elementor:

1. With the plugin active, go back to your form in Elementor.
2. Add a "Next" button at the end of each section:

   • Create the first part of your form with the relevant fields and then add a "Next" button, which users will click to move to the next step.

3. Create a new section for the subsequent fields and repeat the process for as many steps as you need.

Step 6: Add Navigation Buttons

1. In each section of your form, you should add navigation buttons – "Next," "Previous," and "Submit."
2. For the Next button:

   • Set its link to go to the next step (depending on your multi-step form plugin’s settings).

3. For the Previous button:

   • Set its link to go back to the previous step.

4. For the Submit button:

   • This button should be added to the last step and should be set to submit the form.

Step 7: Style Your Multi-Step Form

1. Click on each section of your form within Elementor to access styling options in the left panel.
2. You can customize the following:

   • Layout: Adjust spacing and alignment.
   • Typography: Set font styles and sizes.
   • Colors: Change background and text colors to match your branding.

3. Preview changes in real-time to see how your form looks.

Step 8: Preview & Publish Your Form

1. Click the eye icon to preview your changes.
2. Ensure everything is working as intended – test the navigation between steps.
3. If satisfied, click on the “Publish” button to make your multi-step form live.

Conclusion

Creating a multi-step form in Elementor can greatly improve user engagement on your website. By following these detailed steps, even beginners can create effective forms that enhance the overall experience for online visitors. Don’t forget to test your form before going live to ensure all functionalities are working smoothly. Happy designing!