Auto-Generate Unique IDs for Form Submissions

Generate unique IDs for every form submission with Formester. Perfect for managing registrations, applications, and surveys.

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Benefits of Using Auto Unique ID

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Easy Tracking

Automatically generate unique IDs for every form submission, making it simple to organize and find specific entries.

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Save Time

Save time by removing manual data entry. Reduce errors with automatic ID generation for forms like registrations, applications, and surveys.

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Cost-Effective

Enjoy an affordable, powerful tool to manage your forms and data without extra costs or complexity.

How to Use the Auto Unique ID Feature

Step 1: Add the Field

Open the Formester form builder and select the “Auto Unique ID” field from the elements menu.

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Step 2: Customize Your ID

Add a prefix for context. Can also use @ to recall answers from previous questions (e.g., “ORD” for orders or “REG” for registrations).

Set the total number of digits for the ID (e.g., 5 digits for IDs like REG-00001).

Choose the initial count to decide the starting index (e.g., 1, 100, or any number you want).

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Step 3: Save and Publish

Save your form, publish it, and start collecting submissions with automatically generated unique IDs.

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How does this feature help?

Job Applications

When hiring, assign a unique ID to each applicant. Use it to track applications, share updates with team members, or reference candidates during interviews.

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Order Management

For online stores, assign a unique ID to each order. Use it to confirm orders with customers, sort them in your system, and track order history effortlessly.

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Event Registrations

Whether you’re hosting a conference or a workshop, provide participants with a unique ID. Use these IDs to verify attendance, track registrations, and streamline event check-ins.

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Customer Support Tickets

When handling customer queries, assign a unique ID to each ticket. This ensures that you overlook no issues and makes follow-ups easier for both you and your customers.

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School or College Admissions

Use unique IDs for each student application to streamline the admissions process. IDs can help in managing documents, scheduling interviews, and tracking enrollments.

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Surveys and Feedback Forms

Assign IDs to survey submissions to sort responses by time, location, or group. This makes analyzing and organizing feedback much simpler.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Auto Unique ID field generates a unique identifier for every form submission automatically. It’s perfect for tracking, sorting, and managing data.

    You can fully customize it! Add a prefix (e.g., APP or ORD), select the number of digits, and set the starting number.

      Yes, the unique ID stays the same even if you edit or update a submission.

        Absolutely! Unique IDs make it easy to sort, filter, and find specific submissions in your data dashboard.

          Yes! Unique IDs make sharing and discussing submissions among team members simple and efficient.