How to Use and Customize n8n Form Trigger for Intake Workflows

steps

1. Add the Form Trigger Node
   Open n8n and add the Form Trigger node to your workflow.

2. Configure the Node
   Specify the input fields you want to capture. For example, name, email, and message.

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   {
       "nodes": [
           {
               "parameters": {
                   "inputs": [{
                       "name": "Name",
                       "type": "string"
                   },{
                       "name": "Email",
                       "type": "string"
                   }],
                   "submitLabel": "Submit"
               },
               "name": "Form Trigger",
               "type": "n8n-nodes-base.formTrigger"
           }
       ]
   }

3. Set Basic Details
   Add a form title and description to provide your users with clarity about the form's purpose.

4. Remove n8n Attribution (Optional)
   Go to the "Options" section of the Form Trigger node and enable the "Remove Attribution" setting if you prefer to exclude n8n branding.

5. Enable Custom Form Styling
   Under "Options," enable Custom Form Styling. This will allow you to insert your own HTML and CSS for forming the look and feel of the form.

6. Insert HTML/CSS
   Provide your custom code in the form styling field. For example:

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   <style>
       body {
           font-family: Arial, sans-serif;
           background-color: #f9f9f9;
           text-align: center;
       }
       h1 {
           color: #4CAF50;
       }
       button {
           background-color: #4CAF50;
           border: none;
           color: white;
           padding: 10px 20px;
           text-align: center;
           text-decoration: none;
           font-size: 16px;
           cursor: pointer;
       }
       button:hover {
           background-color: #45a049;
       }
   </style>
   <h1>Contact Us</h1>

7. Test the Form
   Copy the Production URL or Test URL and preview the form in your browser. Ensure it is functional and aligns with your custom styling.

8. Launch Your Workflow
   Once satisfied, activate your workflow in n8n and share the form's URL with your users.