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title: Optimizing Form Layouts with Column Selection
description: To provide event owners with greater control over form design, the Form Column Layout feature allows customization of how form fields are displayed.
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# Optimizing Form Layouts with Column Selection

## To provide event owners with greater control over form design, the Form Column Layout feature allows customization of how form fields are displayed.

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#### **Accessing the Form Builder**

Event owners can easily manage form layouts by navigating to the event backend:

1. Go to **Registrations \> Form Builder**
2. To create a new form, click the **+Add** button in the top right corner.
3. To update an existing form, click the **pencil icon** next to the listed forms.

![](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXcB_oE8EYexbASRY-R_ZSXS9e_RUuDmZaNJGxJxoK-C8fEMbg3LnY_Nz-qsy7O_DiKkiNSrCxB_e3Zbst9shSKvffFz8lBHx4Fz1weVdjc39-YU-9nmBVIS1zT9o60NFRbrUBcs2g?key=VvTtxT7pWwH0ywCn85AqSP7T)

#### **Selecting a Form Column Layout**

Once inside the form editor, a side drawer opens, offering a dropdown under **Field Form Column Layout** with the following options:

![](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXcGcaCtMO_Q_GNE-14TmM_dKWs2ZhFuae1jTHDxGYjRztFRft-e_NHxzduJMesJt3A5NWM64KBWlSck7v-uMgIkTZ3f1gJCqq0-LWH3WCEhj7qLNwmwXjAqVRlfCJoiACblF-zb?key=VvTtxT7pWwH0ywCn85AqSP7T)

- **1 Column Layout** – All form fields appear in a single vertical column, providing a clean and simple flow.

![](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXfz_pBjYGKD_AmlK98LnYyDUvE3cWZ6VL08etDn5ayIh85sfod730r8KWqxLftu4cqQYp_fh8v69yuQahB6C3ZzSkg4_zB9B95HHzcT2zutmUWWis5vdWtofkDslibR2xWJQ_RSiQ?key=VvTtxT7pWwH0ywCn85AqSP7T)

- **2 Column Layout** – Form fields are arranged in two side-by-side columns, optimizing space and readability.

![](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXcjqjqeZhbYBIGPfhPhSjF04o7gGwYId6zjePvNVxydzHQGGx-am_r-fa6tRNO1G-qx6tRvM5gsV77M_30x630ULyOUKqzATfb4Aas_gjdS9bV-zqOEfBRgWPWvr1ujW6qKl8QZrQ?key=VvTtxT7pWwH0ywCn85AqSP7T)

- **3 Column Layout** – A three-column structure, ideal for compact forms with multiple input fields.

![](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXfHvAfqSEOZjadF4HPkRB_faTNERfQUvuiSgdFkpgaLJXEG4JPeg8g4oYbzW5avzFtByvrKz_Vzk8qV11enscu9yYAn03nHt4UPudk6T9hgfUueArJ7BqVfKv9v670IdtglnD7A0A?key=VvTtxT7pWwH0ywCn85AqSP7T)

The selected option determines how fields are distributed within the form, ensuring flexibility in presentation while maintaining a user-friendly experience.

#### **Enhancing Form Usability**

Choosing the right column layout helps event owners create forms that align with their event’s complexity and attendee preferences. Whether prioritizing a **linear, step-by-step approach** or a **more compact, structured format**, this feature ensures registration forms are visually appealing and easy to complete.

By leveraging the **Form Column Layout** feature, event owners can enhance engagement, reduce form completion time, and create a seamless registration process tailored to their audience.

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