> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.qvista.io/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Creating Forms > Learn how to create a new form, configure its basic details, and choose where submitted responses will be stored. Creating a form in Qvista is a simple, no-code process that allows you to collect structured information from customers, employees, partners, or internal teams. From defining your form details to designing the form, configuring field settings, publishing it, and choosing how it will be used, Qvista provides everything you need within a single workflow. Every form begins with basic configuration, including its name, description, and response destination. Once the form has been created, you can build the form by adding questions, configuring individual fields, previewing the final layout, and publishing it for users. ## Before You Begin Before creating a form, consider the following: * The purpose of the form. * The information you want users to provide. * Where submitted responses should be stored. * Whether an existing Qvista Data Table should be used or a new one should be created. Planning these details before creating your form helps organize collected information more efficiently. ## Creating a New Form To create a new form: 1. Navigate to **Forms** from the Qvista navigation menu. 2. Click **Create Form**. 3. Enter a **Form Name**. 4. (Optional) Add a **Description**. 5. Select the destination where form responses will be stored. 6. Choose either **Qvista Data Table** or **External Source**. 7. Select an existing Data Table or create a new one if required. 8. Save the form. After saving, Qvista opens the Form Builder where you can begin designing your form. ## Configuring Form Information ### Form Name The Form Name identifies your form throughout the Forms module. Choose a clear and descriptive name so it can be easily recognized by you and other team members. ### Description The Description provides additional context about the purpose of the form. Although optional, adding a description helps users understand the intended use of the form, especially when managing multiple forms. ## Choosing a Response Destination Every form requires a destination where submitted responses will be stored. ### Qvista Data Table Store responses directly within Qvista by selecting an existing Data Table or creating a new one during form creation. This option is recommended when you want to manage and organize submitted information within the platform. ### External Source Send submitted responses directly to an External Source when your organization manages information through external applications, databases, or integrated business systems. Selecting the appropriate destination before building your form ensures responses are stored in the correct location. ## Building Your Form Once the form has been created, you can begin designing it by adding questions and configuring each field according to your data collection requirements. Each field can be customized using the **Field Settings** panel. ### Field Label Defines the name displayed to users for the field. ### Description Provides additional instructions or guidance to help users understand what information should be entered. ### Field Type Select the appropriate field type based on the information you want to collect. ### Placeholder Display example text inside a field before users enter a value. ### Validation Configure validation rules to help ensure submitted information meets your required format. ### Required Field Mark important fields as required so users must complete them before submitting the form. ## Previewing Your Form Before publishing, preview the form to verify its layout, field configuration, and overall user experience. Previewing your form helps identify any adjustments before it becomes available to users. ## Publishing Your Form Once your form has been reviewed and all required fields have been configured, publish it to make the form available for use. Publishing finalizes the form and allows you to continue with the next stage of configuration. ## After Publishing Your Form After publishing, Qvista displays a confirmation dialog that allows you to choose how you want to continue with your newly created form. ### Use Form Only Choose **Use Form Only** if you want to start using and sharing the form immediately without any additional setup. This option is suitable when the form will be used independently without connecting it to additional Qvista components. ### Link to Datatable Select **Link to Datatable** to connect the form with a Qvista Data Table. This allows submitted responses to be stored in a structured table, making the information easier to organize, manage, and use throughout the platform. ### Connect External Tool Select **Connect External Tool** to integrate the form with an external application or third-party platform. Use this option when form responses need to be sent to another system as part of an existing business process. ### Continue or Skip After selecting the appropriate option, click **Continue** to proceed. If you do not want to configure additional options immediately, click **Skip for now**. You can return and configure these options later whenever required. ## Best Practices * Use clear and descriptive names for every form. * Add descriptions to help identify the purpose of each form. * Choose the correct response destination before building the form. * Configure validation wherever data accuracy is important. * Mark mandatory fields as required. * Preview the form before publishing. * Select the appropriate post-publishing option based on how the form will be used. ## What's Next? Now that your form has been created and published, continue with the following documentation: ### Managing Forms Learn how to search, organize, and manage all forms from a centralized workspace. ### Sharing Forms Understand how to share published forms with users and begin collecting responses. ### Data Destinations Learn more about storing responses in Qvista Data Tables or integrating forms with External Sources.