Uses of Form Field Types

• Text Field

  • Short text answer

  • Long text answer (e.g., comments/narrative)

• Radio Button

  • For “Choose one of the following”, “Yes/No”

• Check Box

  • For “Check all that apply”

• Button

  • For clearing all form fields, printing, or submitting form

• Combo Box

  • For drop-down lists which ask “Choose one of the following”

• List Box

  • For list-based, “Choose all that apply” questions