Online forms can be challenging as even in their utility and necessity, we generally need to lure users to complete them. Afshan Kirmani takes the example of an online email application form and explains some fundamental principles that can help us design effective forms.
One of the most important principles of form design is to keep it simple. The fewer fields and options users have to choose from, the more likely
Translation: One of the key principles of form design is to keep it simple. The fewer options and fields users have to choose from, the more likely they are to complete the form.


Designing effective online forms is a crucial aspect of any website or application. While forms are necessary for collecting information from users, they can also be a source of frustration and abandonment. To ensure that users complete forms, it is essential to design them in a way that is user-friendly, intuitive, and easy to use.

One of the most important principles of form design is to keep it simple. The fewer fields and options users have to choose from, the more likely
 they are to complete the form.

Translation: One of the key principles of form design is to keep it simple. The fewer options and fields users have to choose from, the more likely they are to complete the form.