What Is the Rich Text Field?
The Rich Text field is a design element — not an input field. It does not collect responses. Instead, it lets you embed formatted content directly into your form so respondents have the context they need to complete it accurately.
Think of it as your space to communicate: set expectations, share policies, provide links, or embed media — all without leaving the form.
What You Can Share with Rich Text
Rich Text supports a wide range of content types:
Content Type | What to Include |
📋 Instructions | Step-by-step guidance to help respondents complete each section correctly. |
⚠️ Reminders & Policies | Important rules, disclaimers, or compliance notices respondents must acknowledge. |
🔗 Links & References | Links to external websites, company documents, or support resources. |
📷 Media Content | Embedded images, tables, or training videos displayed directly inside the form. |
How to Add a Rich Text Field
In the Form Builder, open the Fields panel.
Under Design Elements, drag the Rich Text field into your form.
Click into the editor and add your content.
The built-in editor supports text formatting, lists, colour changes, hyperlinks, images, tables, and video embeds — giving you full control over how information is presented.
💡 IndyTip: Rich Text fields are read-only for respondents. They cannot type into a Rich Text field. To collect input, use response fields such as Text, Numeric Value, or Date.
Example Use Cases
👋 Add a welcome note at the top of a form.
📝 Insert instructions for staff completing a checklist.
🔗 Link to a website for further learning materials.
🎥 Embed a training video in an onboarding form.
✍️ Add your signature so you don’t have to sign every form.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. Can respondents type into a Rich Text field?
A. No. Rich Text is read-only for respondents. To collect input, add a response field such as Text, Numeric Value, or Date.
Q. Can I add more than one Rich Text field?
A. Yes — add as many as you need. Use multiple Rich Text fields to break up longer forms, separate sections, or layer instructions progressively throughout the form.
Q. Does Rich Text support images and video?
A. Yes. You can embed images, tables, and videos directly in the editor. This is useful for visual instructions, training content, or branded materials.
💡 IndyTips
Keep information short and clear so respondents don’t skip over it.
Use Rich Text with headings and descriptions to break up longer forms.
Combine with other fields (e.g., Signature, Checkbox) to ensure respondents acknowledge the information you’ve shared.