Forms frustrate users and kill conversions. Long forms with unclear labels, confusing required fields, and poor error handling drive visitors away. Divi Form Builder AI helps you build forms that people actually want to complete.
Start by asking for less. Every form field you remove increases completion rates. Question whether you really need that phone number, middle name, or company size field. The fewer barriers between users and form submission, the better.
Multi-step forms work wonders for longer forms. Break complex forms into logical steps with clear progress indicators. Users feel less overwhelmed when they see they’re on step 2 of 4 rather than facing 20 fields at once.
Label placement matters more than you think. Put labels above fields, not beside them. This works better on mobile and creates a clearer vertical flow. Use placeholder text for examples, not as primary labels—placeholders disappear when users start typing.
Error handling should be helpful, not punishing. Show errors inline as users complete fields, not after they submit the form. Use friendly language that explains how to fix the problem. “Please enter a valid email address” beats “Error: Invalid input” every time.
Smart defaults speed up completion. Pre-fill form fields when possible. Remember user information across sessions. Use autofill attributes so browsers can populate fields automatically. Divi Form Builder AI handles these details automatically.
Mobile-friendly forms are essential. Large touch targets, appropriate keyboard types for each field, and simplified layouts make mobile form completion easier. Test your forms on actual phones, not just in desktop responsive view.
Call-to-action buttons should be specific and action-oriented. “Get Your Free Guide” converts better than “Submit.” Tell users exactly what happens when they complete your form.