Create WhatsApp Forms and Meta Flows
Build interactive WhatsApp forms, map fields to contacts, publish the flow and use it in responses and automation.
Overview
Search Aliases: WhatsApp Form, Meta Flow, form flow, interactive message form
USE CASES
Lead qualification; registration; appointment details; feedback; service request; property requirement; laptop specification; coworking visit; customer support triage.
FORM COMPONENTS
Heading; text input; textarea; number; email; phone; dropdown; single choice; checkbox; date picker; validation; required flag; field key; submission action.
CREATE THE FORM
- Define the business goal and minimum information required.
- Open WhatsApp Form.
- Choose Add Form.
- Enter internal name, description and supported category.
- Add screens or sections where supported.
- Add fields using clear labels.
- Give every data field a stable unique key.
- Configure validation and required fields.
- Map fields to Wemblo contact/custom fields.
- Configure what happens after submission.
- Add human handover for cases that need review.
- Publish the form.
- Test every path.
USE THE FORM IN A RESPONSE RESOURCE
- Open Response Resources.
- Choose Form Flow.
- Add a resource name and introduction.
- Choose the published form.
- Set the button text.
- Save.
- Use the resource in Smart Inbox, Flow Builder or Keyword Triggers.
KEYWORD EXAMPLE
Trigger words: apply, register, visit, book.
Match type: Exact, Contains or Starts With according to the business need.
Reply type: Form Flow.
PRIVACY RULES
Ask only for necessary information. Do not use a general form to collect highly sensitive documents. Explain the purpose and follow applicable privacy requirements.
COMMON ISSUES & SOLUTIONS
| Form not available as a resource | Confirm it is published. |
|---|---|
| Field value is not saved | Review the unique key and mapping. |
| Customer cannot submit | Check validation, required field and provider support. |
| Automation does not start | Review completion action and trigger. |
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