How can I build forms offline? | Zoho Forms

How to build forms offline?

No wifi or cell? No problem. Designed for easy offline data collection, our form builder lets you build forms that can collect and save data offline and later sync them when connected to the internet. Create forms offline using the Zoho Forms iOS and Android apps. So, the next time, your Internet connection bails on you, you can still create forms for your business. Know more about offline forms.

Offline mode

          

You can work on a form offline, even if the form was created online. You just have to make sure that the form is made available offline in your app settings. To do this:
  1. Open the Zoho Forms mobile app and click on the 'hamburger menu' button.
  2. Click 'Settings' and choose 'Offline' from the list. You will see a list of your forms. Check the ☑ icon next to a form to make it available offline.
  3. Click the ✓ button in the upper-right corner to save the settings.
Remember that your device has to be connected to the internet to perform the above actions.

Build and share forms, collect and view data, and get notified instantly with Zoho's mobile forms software on your phone. Learn more about mobile forms.

free offline form creator - Zoho Forms

How to create an offline form using the Zoho Forms mobile app? 

  1. Open the Zoho Forms app and click the ➕ icon on the lower dock.
  2. Select Create Forms in the pop-up and enter the form name to create your offline form.
  3. Tap any field to add it to your form and click 'Done' in the upper-right corner to save the form.

    Offline data collection app - Zoho Forms
You will be able to share the form once an internet connection is established.
This is how a user can submit a form on mobile!



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