> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://threadly.gitbook.io/threadly/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://threadly.gitbook.io/threadly/actions/form-ctas.md).

# Form CTAs

### Overview <a href="#mbprtp6pei0" id="mbprtp6pei0"></a>

Threadly's **Forms** feature is a powerful tool designed to simplify capturing user-inputted data, all from Slack. By leveraging Forms, you can capture feedback, signups, internal surveys, and so much more, all without ever opening a new tab, or tool.

### What are Forms? <a href="#o2friczc5ml" id="o2friczc5ml"></a>

Forms, a type of Threadly CTA Action that can be added to a message, are a streamlined way to capture user-inputted data from messages sent by Threadly. Create feedback, NPS, and survey forms, among others. These actions and messages can be sent via DM or to channel(s) of your choosing.

### Key Features of Forms <a href="#a4ac46227b6" id="a4ac46227b6"></a>

#### 1. Customizable Fields <a href="#a4a663r3y2y" id="a4a663r3y2y"></a>

Forms can capture data from users' via DM or channel. You can customize the form's input fields. Available fields include:

* **Markdown**: Create a header text, or informational blurb
* **Input:** Displays a one-line input text field
* **Multiline Input:** Displays a multiline input text field
* **Email Input**: An input field that includes validation to ensure the input is an email
* **Number Input**: An input field that includes validation to ensure the input is a number
* **Static Select**: Displays a list of options for a user to choose from
* **Radio Buttons**: Displays a list of options for a user to choose from
* **Date Picker:** Displays a date field for a user to select a date from

All fields can be set as optional.

A form can also be set to collect responses anonymously. When this is set, the responses will be tied to an anonymous user ID.

[Learn more about anonymous forms.](/threadly/actions/form-ctas/creating-anonymous-forms.md)

#### 2. Data Out Capabilities <a href="#w0sxzr44ppx" id="w0sxzr44ppx"></a>

Threadly can send your form submissions via webhook to any destination of your choosing.

[Learn more about leveraging webhooks with forms.](/threadly/actions/form-ctas/setting-up-form-webhooks.md)

### **B**enefits of Using Forms <a href="#rzew1zc27cp" id="rzew1zc27cp"></a>

* Capture data directly within Slack conversations
* Eliminate context-switching between multiple tools/platforms
* Streamline feedback, signups, NPS, and internal survey collection
* Instantly transform messages into interactive data gatherers
* Simplify user engagement with zero-friction interactions