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The File Upload field allows your users to submit one or more files as part of their form response. This is essential for a wide range of applications, from collecting resumes and portfolios to receiving supporting documents or images. This guide covers the features and configuration options for the File Upload field in Formora. As with other fields, general properties like Label, Help Text, Required, and Conditional Logic are discussed in the Field Properties page.

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Using the File Upload Field (type: file)

When you add a File Upload field to your form, users will typically see a button to browse their device for files or a designated area to drag and drop files.
Screenshot of a File Upload field interface showing a browse button or drag-and-drop area.

Example: A File Upload field in a Formora form

Use Cases:
  • Job applications: Resumes, cover letters, portfolios.
  • Support tickets: Screenshots of issues, log files.
  • Project submissions: Design files, documents, code.
  • Contest entries: Photos, videos, written submissions.
  • Verification processes: ID documents, proof of address.
  • Event registrations: Waivers, signed forms.

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Key Configuration Properties

When configuring a File Upload field, you can control various aspects to ensure you receive the correct types and sizes of files:
Specify which file formats are acceptable. This helps prevent users from uploading incorrect or potentially harmful files.
  • Configuration: You can usually define this as a comma-separated list of extensions (e.g., .pdf, .jpg, .png, .docx, .zip) or by specific MIME types (e.g., image/jpeg, application/pdf).
  • User Feedback: If a user tries to upload a disallowed file type, they should receive an error message.
Commonly allowed types include documents (PDF, DOC, DOCX, TXT), images (JPG, PNG, GIF), spreadsheets (XLS, XLSX, CSV), and archives (ZIP).
Set a limit on the size of each individual file that can be uploaded. This helps manage storage space and prevents excessively large uploads.
  • Configuration: Usually specified in Megabytes (MB) (e.g., 2MB, 5MB, 10MB, 25MB). Your Formora plan might influence the maximum allowable limit here.
  • User Feedback: Users attempting to upload a file exceeding this limit will be notified.
If your File Upload field should accept multiple files, you can specify the maximum quantity.
  • Configuration: Set a number (e.g., 1, 3, 5). If set to 1, only a single file can be uploaded.
  • User Interface: If multiple files are allowed, the UI will typically show a list of uploaded files and allow users to add more up to the limit or remove existing ones before submission.
Be aware of any overall storage limits associated with your Formora plan. While individual file size is set per field, your plan might have a cap on total storage used or total upload size per submission.

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Security and Storage

  • Secure Uploads: Formora ensures that files are uploaded securely via HTTPS.
  • Storage: Uploaded files are stored securely on Formora’s servers. Access to these files is typically managed through the Response Management section of your Formora account, where you can view and download submitted files.
  • Data Retention: Your data retention policies, potentially influenced by your plan or specific regulations you must adhere to, apply to uploaded files as well.
While Formora provides secure storage, always be mindful of the sensitivity of the data you are requesting users to upload. If collecting highly sensitive information, ensure your organization’s data handling policies are followed.

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Accessing Uploaded Files

Once users submit forms with file uploads, you can access these files:
  1. Navigate to the Responses section for the specific form.
  2. Find the individual submission.
  3. There will be a link or button associated with the file upload field to download or view the uploaded file(s).
For more details, see Managing File Uploads. By carefully configuring your File Upload fields, you can efficiently and securely collect necessary documents and media from your users. Next, explore how Layout Elements can help structure your forms.
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