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# Name field

The **Name Field** in Formester allows you to collect a respondent’s name in a structured way. Unlike a simple text box, this field lets you break the name into **First, Middle, and Last Name** sections, giving you more flexibility and cleaner data.

### Why use the Name Field
Unlike a single line input, the Name Field keeps responses organized and consistent. It’s especially helpful when:
* You need official details like first, middle, and last name
* You want clean data for personalization in emails or reports
* You’re building formal forms such as job applications, registrations, or onboarding forms

### Open your form in the editor
Go to your Formester dashboard and select the form you want to edit.

### Add the Name Field
Click **Add Elements** and select **Name** under **Personal Fields**. By default, the field shows **First Name** and **Last Name**.

### Customize field options
Toggle on or off the **First, Middle, and Last Name** parts. This gives you control over how much detail you want.
* For a casual survey, keep only First Name
* For a registration or official form, include all three
Set a **default value** if you want the field pre-filled. For example, you might use “Guest” as a placeholder when testing or to reduce friction for repeat users.

### Configure validation
Mark the field as **Required** if the name is a must-have detail for your form.
Add **placeholders** like “Enter your first name” to guide users and make the field more intuitive.

### Best use cases
* Event sign-ups where only First and Last Name matter
* Job applications that require full legal names including middle names
* Customer intake or onboarding forms where personalization is important
* Feedback or surveys where First Name alone is enough

### Publish and preview
Click **Publish** once you’re done setting up. Always use the preview option to make sure the Name Field looks correct and behaves as expected.