Your Go-To Resource Guide

Forms are a powerful tool for creating intuitive and tailored editing experiences in ArcGIS Online. Because forms are supported across the ArcGIS Online platform, they can be used in apps like Map Viewer, Experience Builder, Instant Apps, and more. Unlocking the full potential of forms starts with understanding what’s possible. In this resource roundup, we’ve gathered the best articles, tutorials, and examples to help you optimize forms no matter what your experience level is. Looking for a specific topic? Use the quick links below to jump to an area of interest.

Quick Links

1. Getting Started with Forms
2. Build your Skills
3. Advanced Form Capabilities
4. Specialized Editing Workflows

Getting Started with Forms

Some of you may recall that in Map Viewer Classic, the pop‑up doubled as your data collection form. But things have changed. Now you can author separate forms to make editing faster, more intuitive, and even interactive with features like dynamic behavior and calculated fields. If you’re thinking “What are forms anyway?” this section is for you.

Build Your Skills

If you’re familiar with the basics of forms, but want to level up your skills, check out the resources below. The following examples cover entry level Arcade samples, replicating editing functionality from the Smart Editor widget, and setting up feature templates to streamline editing workflows.

Advanced Form Capabilities

Arcade makes data collection easier by filling in information automatically, and helping prevent mistakes when entering data. For a deep dive into Arcade scripting and how you can leverage it in forms, see the links below.

Specialized Editing Workflows

Explore these links for tips on how to engage with forms for more specialized editing workflows. This includes editing related records, working with contingent values, and performing efficient updates with batch attribute editing. 

Summary

Great forms don’t just capture data—they transform the editing experience. From foundational tips to advanced techniques, these resources will help you create smarter, more efficient editing workflows that carry across ArcGIS Online. We hope you’ll unlock the full potential of forms and take your editing to the next level. We’re always working to make editing easier, so keep an eye out for updates—and be sure to share your feedback and ideas with us on Esri Community.