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What it is

Text Input collects a typed response from the user.

What it’s best for

Use it when the answer is free-form and should be entered directly rather than chosen from a list.

When to use it

  • Name
  • Email
  • Website or profile link
  • Numeric answers
  • Short or multi-line feedback

When not to use it

  • Do not use it when the answer comes from a short list of options. Use Selection List or Wheel Picker.
  • Do not ask for more typed fields than the screen truly needs.

How to add it in the dashboard

  1. Open the screen in the dashboard.
  2. Add Text Input from the Components panel.
  3. Select the field on the canvas.
  4. In the properties panel, set the label, placeholder, and input behavior.
  5. Adjust styling so the field feels easy to notice and easy to complete.

Key parameters

Example use cases

  • Ask for an email before sending a personalized plan
  • Capture a first name to tailor the next screen
  • Collect a short goal statement before suggesting a product path

Best practices

  • Keep the label specific and short.
  • Use the right keyboard type to reduce friction.
  • Ask only for the information needed for the next decision or experience.
  • Keep form screens short and easy to complete.

Common mistakes

  • Using vague labels such as “Information”
  • Adding too many fields to one screen
  • Relying on placeholder text instead of a clear label