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

# Orbit Flows

> Conversational forms that display one question at a time.

Conversational forms that display one question at a time.

## What are Orbit Flows?

Orbit Flows transform your forms into a conversational experience. Instead of showing all questions at once, users see one question at a time and progress through the form step by step.

## Why Use Orbit Flows?

* **Higher Completion Rates** — By showing one question at a time, users feel less overwhelmed and are more likely to complete the form.
* **Keyboard-First Navigation** — Users can quickly navigate using just the keyboard. Press Enter to continue, arrow keys for selections, and Tab to skip optional fields.
* **Engaging Experience** — The conversational format feels more personal and engaging, like a real conversation rather than filling out a boring form.

## Creating an Orbit Flow

You can create a new Orbit Flow or convert an existing standard form:

### Option 1: Create New

<Steps>
  <Step title="Navigate to Forms">
    Go to Forms → Create Form
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select Flow">
    Select Orbit Flow as the form type
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add fields">
    Add your fields — they'll automatically display one at a time
  </Step>
</Steps>

### Option 2: Convert Existing Form

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open your form">
    Open your existing form in the editor
  </Step>

  <Step title="Open settings">
    Go to Settings → Form Type
  </Step>

  <Step title="Toggle form type">
    Toggle from Standard to Flow
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>
  **Fields Are Preserved**

  When converting between form types, all your fields and their settings are preserved. You can switch back and forth at any time.
</Tip>

## Keyboard Navigation

Orbit Flows are designed for fast keyboard navigation:

| Key             | Action                                   |
| --------------- | ---------------------------------------- |
| `Enter ↵`       | Submit answer and go to next question    |
| `Shift + Enter` | Go to previous question                  |
| `↑ ↓`           | Navigate between options (select, radio) |
| `Tab`           | Skip optional questions                  |
| `Esc`           | Clear current input                      |

## Best Practices

* **Keep questions short and clear** — Each question should be easy to understand at a glance
* **Start with easy questions** — Begin with simple questions like name and email to build momentum
* **Limit total questions** — Aim for 5-10 questions maximum to maintain engagement
* **Use helpful placeholders** — Show example answers to help users understand what's expected
* **Show progress** — The progress indicator helps users know how far they are

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## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Styling" icon="palette" href="/guides/styling">
    Customize your flow's look
  </Card>

  <Card title="Sharing" icon="share-nodes" href="/guides/sharing">
    Share your form with the world
  </Card>
</CardGroup>