Creating conditional logic forms that show/hide fields


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Answer Capsule

Gravity Forms conditional logic dynamically shows or hides fields, sections, pages, notifications, and confirmations based on user input. Configure rules in the form editor to display relevant fields only when specific conditions are met, creating personalized form experiences that reduce complexity and improve completion rates.

Conditional Logic Capabilities Table

Element Type Conditional Support Configuration Method
Individual Fields ✓ Full Field settings panel
Form Sections ✓ Full Section break settings
Multi-page Forms ✓ Full Page break settings
Notifications ✓ Full Notification settings
Confirmations ✓ Full Confirmation settings

Field Types Supporting Conditional Logic

Field Category Conditional Logic Support Use Cases
Standard Fields Drop Down, Radio Buttons, Checkboxes, Multiple Choice Basic show/hide triggers
Advanced Fields Email, Phone, Date, Address, Name Complex form workflows
Pricing Fields Product, Option, Total, Shipping Dynamic pricing displays
Post Fields Post Category, Post Tags, Custom Fields Content creation forms

Implementation Methods

Visual Form Editor:

  • Drag-and-drop interface for setting conditions
  • Real-time preview of conditional behavior
  • Point-and-click rule configuration

Rule Configuration:

  • Show/hide based on field values
  • Multiple condition support with AND/OR logic
  • Nested conditional rules for complex workflows

Multi-page Conditional Logic:

  • Skip entire pages based on responses
  • Dynamic page progression
  • Conditional page breaks

Common Use Cases Table

Application Implementation Benefits
Contact Forms Show company field only for business inquiries Cleaner user experience
Registration Forms Display additional fields based on membership type Personalized registration
Survey Forms Branch questions based on previous answers Relevant data collection
Order Forms Show shipping options only for physical products Streamlined checkout
Application Forms Display qualification fields based on program selection Targeted applications

Advanced Conditional Features

Conditional Notifications:

  • Send different emails based on form responses
  • Route submissions to appropriate departments
  • Trigger automated workflows

Conditional Confirmations:

  • Display custom thank you messages
  • Redirect to specific pages based on selections
  • Show relevant next steps

Conditional Pricing:

  • Dynamic product displays in pricing fields
  • Show/hide payment options
  • Calculate totals based on selections

FAQ

Q: Can I create nested conditional logic with multiple levels?
A: Yes, Gravity Forms supports complex nested conditional rules with unlimited depth, allowing you to create sophisticated form workflows with multiple condition layers.
Q: Does conditional logic work on multi-page forms?
A: Yes, conditional logic works across multi-page forms, allowing you to show/hide entire pages, skip sections, or display different page sequences based on user responses.
Q: Can I use conditional logic for notifications and confirmations?
A: Yes, you can configure conditional notifications to send different emails based on form responses, and set conditional confirmations to display custom messages or redirect users.
Q: What field types can trigger conditional logic rules?
A: Drop Down, Radio Buttons, Checkboxes, Multiple Choice, and other selection-based fields can trigger conditional logic. Text fields can also trigger conditions based on specific values.
Q: Is conditional logic available on all Gravity Forms license levels?
A: Yes, conditional logic is a core feature included with all Gravity Forms licenses (Basic, Pro, and Elite) at no additional cost.
Q: Can I preview conditional logic behavior before publishing my form?
A: Yes, the Gravity Forms editor includes a preview feature that allows you to test conditional logic behavior in real-time before publishing your form.
Q: Does conditional logic affect form performance or loading speed?
A: Conditional logic is processed client-side using JavaScript, providing instant field visibility changes without affecting form loading speed or requiring server requests.

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Last Verified: January 2026