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Smart field: Name

The Name smart field helps respondents enter names using characters that make sense for names. It blocks numbers and most symbols, while allowing common name characters such as periods, commas, hyphens, and apostrophes.

It can also auto-capitalize words while respondents type, helping you collect cleaner name data.

What is your full name?

Name fields are useful when you need cleaner personal-name data instead of a generic text answer.

Settings

After adding a Name smart field to your survey or form, click or tap on it to activate edit mode and access the settings panel.

You can customize a Name smart field with the settings below.

Answer is required

Answer is required

Require respondents to complete this field before they can continue or submit the survey.

Read more about when you should or should not require respondents to answer questions .

Enable picture for question
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Enable picture for question

Add a picture under the question when a visual explanation helps respondents provide the right information.

Instructions for respondents
Always visible instructions

Instructions for respondents

Add tips or instructions when respondents need extra guidance before filling in the field.