Build Forms Faster with Inline Editing

This article will show you how to use the Inline Editor to make real-time text changes directly inside the form builder preview. With no need to open side panels, editing labels, questions, and options is now faster, easier, and more intuitive.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Build Forms Faster with Inline Editing
• What is the Inline Editor?
• Key Benefits of the Inline Editor
• How to Use the Inline Editor
• Inline Editing Capabilities
• Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Inline Editor?

The Inline Editor is a new feature that allows you to directly click and edit text fields, labels, and options inside your form, survey, or quiz—right from the live preview. Instead of navigating to the settings panel for each element, simply click on the text you want to change, type your edits, and see updates instantly.

Key Benefits of the Inline Editor

Inline Editing removes unnecessary steps and gives you a more intuitive editing experience.

    •    Click and edit instantly without opening the settings panel.

    •    Preview your changes live in real-time inside the builder.

    •    Save time editing common elements like placeholders, button labels, and multiple-choice options.

    •    Edit forms, surveys, and quizzes with the same streamlined workflow.

    •    Reduce friction and speed up form creation, especially for teams making frequent updates.

How to Use the Inline Editor

Make changes directly in the builder using a simple click-and-type workflow that updates instantly.

    1.    Open the Form, Survey, or Quiz Builder

Navigate to your form via Sites > Forms (or Surveys/Quizzes if applicable), and open the builder.

    2.    Click on Any Text Element

Find the label, placeholder, dropdown option, radio button, or button text you want to update. Simply click on the text.

Add Screenshot: User clicking on a dropdown label inside the form builder.

    3.    Type & Update Instantly

Start typing to replace the text. Your changes will appear immediately within the preview.

Add Screenshot: The edited text showing immediately in the preview.

    4.    Continue Editing Other Elements

Repeat the process for any other elements. You can edit labels, multiple-choice answers, CTA buttons, and more.

    5.    Save & Publish

Once all updates are complete, click Save to lock in your changes and Publish when you’re ready to share the form.

Inline Editing Capabilities

Inline Editing is available across all core form and survey elements, giving you flexibility no matter the content type.

    •    Text Fields: Edit field labels and placeholder text directly.

    •    Dropdowns: Click and type to change dropdown options.

    •    Checkboxes & Radio Buttons: Update choice labels in place.

    •    Buttons: Click to edit call-to-action (CTA) button text.

    •    Header Text & Paragraphs: Make quick copy changes without opening the settings sidebar.

Add Screenshot: A form builder with multiple element types being edited inline.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is inline editing available on all form types?

Yes! Inline Editing works across forms, surveys, and quizzes.

Q: What can I edit inline?

You can edit field labels, placeholder text, button labels, dropdown items, checkbox and radio options, and more.

Q: Can I still use the settings panel?

Absolutely. The settings panel is still available for advanced configuration. Inline Editing is an additional option for faster updates.

Q: Do I need to enable anything to use Inline Editing?

No setup is required. Inline Editing is live and available by default for all users.

Q: Will my changes be saved automatically?

Changes appear in real-time, but you’ll still need to click Save to commit updates.

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Next Steps

    •    Try editing an existing form using the new Inline Editor.

    •    Explore different element types to see how inline editing speeds up your workflow.

    •    Combine inline editing with conditional logic and custom styling for powerful, branded forms.