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Create a custom Word form

Create a custom Word form to specify the information you want to collect when a new task is created in iWorkflows.

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You build the form in Microsoft Word and then upload it from the Configuration screen in iPracticeHub.

  • You must enable the Developer tab in Microsoft Word before creating the form, via File > Options > Customize Ribbon, then select Developer

  • Forms are created using text form fields, check box form fields and drop‑down form fields. In Microsoft Office 365, 2016, 2013 or 2010, these options appear under Developer > Controls > Legacy forms.


Rules to remember when creating fields

  • Assign a unique bookmark ID to each field:

    • Double‑click the grey form field to open its options.

    • Enter a unique ID in the Bookmark box.

    • Unique IDs ensure workflow data does not merge.

  • Place labels correctly:

    • For a text form field, place the label before the field.

    • For a check box form field, place the label after the field.

    • For a drop‑down form field, double‑click the field to add, reorder or remove list options.

  • Ensure every field has a label:

    • All labels must be unique. If you need similar fields, number them (for example, Entity Name 1, Entity Name 2).

    • Duplicate labels cause values to merge in the workflow.

Use this as a quick sense‑check while building your form.

Word format (control)

Custom form label / bookmark

Result in iWorkflows workflow

Check box form field

Urgent / Urgent

Boolean flag displayed as checked/unchecked

Drop‑down form field

Entity type / EntityType

Selected value (for example, Company, Trust, Partnership)

Text form field

Client code / ClientCode

Free‑text string captured in the task

Example Word document to download: ​

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