Unlock Advanced WordPress Form Date Logic & Lookup with Formidable

Easily create smarter, more dynamic forms with Formidable Forms' new WordPress form Date Logic and Value/Label Lookup features! Control form behavior based on dates and display the right information to your users, all without complex setup.

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Creating responsive, intelligent forms that adapt to user input shouldn't require coding knowledge.

If you've wanted to show or hide form sections based on dates or display meaningful labels instead of confusing values, Formidable Forms now has you covered. Our new Date Conditional Logic and Value/Label Lookup features make it simple to build dynamic forms that respond intelligently to user choices — all without writing a single line of code.

And best of all? These powerful features are available in all our paid plans, so you can start using them right away!

Let's explore how these new features help you create smarter, more user-friendly forms.

Solve Your Biggest Form Logic Challenges

We know that building truly interactive forms can be challenging. Whether you're creating event registrations, appointment bookings, or complex surveys, making your forms react dynamically to user input adds another layer of complexity.

Here's how our new features help you create smarter forms—without the technical headache:

1. Make Your Forms Date-Aware with Date Conditional Logic

Do you need your forms to display different options based on dates?

With Date Conditional Logic, you can:

• Show or hide fields based on selected dates.
• Create dynamic forms that adapt to deadlines or time periods.
• Build event registrations that change available options as dates approach.
• Set up appointment forms that only show relevant time slots.

2. Display User-Friendly Information with Value/Label Lookup

Technical values in dropdown menus can confuse users and make your forms less intuitive.

With Value/Label Lookup, you can:

• Show clear, descriptive labels to users while storing precise values in your database.
• Create lookup fields that display separate values instead of IDs or codes.
• Build cascading dropdowns with meaningful options at each level.
• Maintain data integrity while improving the user experience.

3. Build Professional-Grade Forms with Minimal Effort

Creating responsive forms shouldn't require developer skills or expensive customizations.

Formidable Forms now lets you:

• Design forms that feel custom-built for each user.
• Add conditional logic based on any date field.
• Provide a seamless experience with dynamic content that updates as users interact.
• Accomplish complex form behavior without writing any code.

How to Use WordPress Form Date Logic in Seconds

Getting started with Date Conditional Logic is straightforward in Formidable Forms.

Here's how to do it:

Step 1: Add a Date Field to Your Form

First, add a date field that will trigger your conditional logic:

1. Open your form in the Formidable Forms editor.
2. Drag a Date field to your form where needed.
3. Configure any date settings like format or range restrictions.

Step 2: Set Up Your Conditional Logic

Now, create the conditions that will show or hide other fields:

1. Add the field you want to conditionally display (text, dropdown, section, etc.).
2. In the field settings, find the "Conditional Logic" section.
3. Enable "Show this field based on a calculation or another field value."
4. Select your date field as the trigger field.
5. Choose your comparison operator (is equal to, is greater than, etc.).
6. Enter your comparison date or connect to another date field.

How to Use Value/Label Lookup Features

The Value/Label Lookup feature makes your forms more user-friendly while maintaining clean data.

Step 1: Create a Field with Separate Values and Labels

First, set up the source field with both values and labels:

1. Add a dropdown, radio button, or checkbox field to your form.
2. In the field options, check "Use separate values."
3. Enter your values and labels (e.g., Value: "prod_123", Label: "Premium Package").

Step 2: Set Up Your Lookup Field

Now, create a field that will display the labels when users select options:

1. Add a Lookup field to your form.
2. In the field settings, select your source field with separate values
3. Configure the lookup to watch for changes in the source field.
4. Choose whether to display the value or label in your results.

Build Smarter Forms Today

Dynamic forms shouldn't require complex coding or technical expertise. With Date Conditional Logic and Value/Label Lookup features in Formidable Forms, you can create intelligent, responsive forms that provide a seamless experience for your users.

If you're ready to take your WordPress forms to the next level with date-aware conditions and user-friendly lookup values, upgrade to a paid Formidable Forms plan today!