How to Create a Form in Airtable?
Airtable is a popular tool for managing records and organizing data. But collecting information from others often requires a form.
Luckily, Airtable lets you turn your tables into forms so you can collect form submissions directly into your database.
In this guide, you will learn how to create a form in Airtable. You will also learn how to manage form responses. Finally, you will discover how to make better and more flexible forms using Formester.
Create a Form in Airtable
You can create a form in Airtable to collect data from others without requiring them to log in. Here is how to do it:
Open the Airtable base where you want to collect information.
Click the Dropdown next to the Views tab at the top left.
Select Form View to start building your form.
Airtable automatically pulls in fields from the form, based on your table’s structure.
You can choose which fields to show or hide and rearrange the order by drag and drop.
If you want your form to look more polished, you can add a cover image or a form description at the top.
You can even set up single select options, linked record fields, and other common field types to guide your respondents.
Once ready, share your form by clicking on the share form button. Copy the link and send it to others.
When you submit the form, all form submissions appear directly as new records in your Airtable base. You can review each form response, check the details like email address, and use record fields to organize the information.
The Limitations of Airtable Forms
Airtable forms are helpful for basic data collection, but they do have some limits:
Design options are minimal beyond adding a cover image.
You cannot apply advanced logic or multi-page steps.
Forms cannot easily create new records in connected apps without extra tools.
You need paid plans for more advanced sharing or branding options.
Limited automation options after a form is submitted.
Customising field types beyond basic choices can be tricky.
If you need a more powerful form solution with greater flexibility, Formester offers a smart alternative.
A Better Way. Build Smarter Airtable Forms with Formester
Formester lets you create forms with advanced features while still sending data to Airtable. You can manage form submissions, automate workflows, and use advanced field types, all without complex setups.
Here is how to do it:
Step 1. Create Your Form Using the AI Form Builder
With Formester, building forms is quick and easy.
Use the AI Form Builder to create a form by simply describing what you need.
You can add any fields in the form such as Name, email address, or dropdown selections with a few clicks.
Step 2. Connect Your Form to Airtable Using Zapier
After building your form, connect it to Airtable using Zapier.
Zapier creates new records in Airtable whenever someone submits a form.
This makes it simple to collect form responses and store them exactly where you need them in Airtable.
Step 3. Map the Form Fields and Setup the Workflow
Inside Zapier, you can map the fields from the form to the correct record fields in your Airtable base.
You can also set up workflows to send confirmation emails, update linked record fields, or trigger actions when a new form submission comes in.
Step 4. Share or Embed Your Form
Once your form is ready, publish it and share the link with your audience.
Formester also lets you embed forms directly on your website.
This method allows for seamless information collection without requiring respondents to log in.
Why Formester is Better for Airtable Forms
Here is why many teams choose Formester for building smarter forms that work with Airtable:
More control over design and layout
Advanced features like multi-step forms, e-signatures, and PDF generation
Easy integration with Airtable to create new records
Full use of field types like single select, dropdowns, file uploads, and more
Smarter workflows and better automation
No need for respondents to be logged in users
If you want your forms to do more than just collect data, Formester makes it easy.
Ready to Build a Better Form for Airtable?
Airtable forms are great for quick setups. But when you need a professional, flexible form with smarter automation, Formester is the way to go.
Try Formester now and take your forms and workflows to the next level.
