> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.flowla.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Linear and table forms

> Choose between linear forms for guided responses or table forms for spreadsheet-style data entry.

Flowla offers two form layouts to match different data collection needs. Picking the right one reduces friction for your respondent and makes their data easier to work with on your end. Select your preferred layout during form creation or change it from form settings.

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## Linear forms

Linear forms present one question at a time, guiding respondents through a structured flow.

**Best for:**

* Qualification questionnaires with conditional logic
* Onboarding intake where context matters
* Feedback collection requiring thoughtful responses
* Any form where question order and focus are important

Respondents see each field one at a time, completing one answer before moving to the next. This focused approach reduces overwhelm and improves completion rates, especially for longer forms.

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## Table forms

Table forms display fields as columns in a spreadsheet-style interface, allowing multiple entries as rows.

**Best for:**

* Collecting lists of items (contacts, requirements, action items)
* Data that needs to be compared across entries
* Bulk data entry from multiple contributors
* Any scenario requiring many similar records

Each row represents one entry, with columns showing your form fields. Respondents can add as many rows as needed, building a comprehensive dataset in one go.

**Import option:** Table forms support importing from spreadsheets. Respondents can upload a CSV or paste data directly, mapping columns to form fields for quick bulk entry.

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## Choosing the right layout

| Scenario                        | Recommended layout |
| ------------------------------- | ------------------ |
| Single response per person      | Linear             |
| Multiple similar entries needed | Table              |
| Complex conditional logic       | Linear             |
| Bulk data collection            | Table              |
| Guided user experience          | Linear             |
| Collaborative list building     | Table              |