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title: "Multi-Step Forms with Input Flow in waatee: Complete Guide"
description: "Want to collect structured information from your WhatsApp users in an organized, professional manner? Whether you’re running a support funnel, generating leads, or collecting feedback, **waatee’s Input Flow** feature lets you build **multi-step forms** directly within WhatsApp. This guide walks you through creating a…"
url: "https://docs.waatee.com/docs/multi-step-forms-with-input-flow-in-waatee-complete-guide/"
updated: "2025-06-10"
category: Bot Channel / Input Flow
---

# Multi-Step Forms with Input Flow in waatee: Complete Guide

Want to collect structured information from your WhatsApp users in an organized, professional manner? Whether you’re running a support funnel, generating leads, or collecting feedback, **waatee’s Input Flow** feature lets you build **multi-step forms** directly within WhatsApp.

This guide walks you through creating a smooth, interactive, and automated multi-step form using waatee, powered by WhatsApp Flow Forms and Input Flow steps.

## **What Is Input Flow in waatee?**

**Input Flow** is a visual chatbot builder inside waatee that allows you to create a sequence of questions and actions. It works as a **conversational form builder**, where each block represents a user input, such as name, email, or phone number. These inputs are saved into **custom fields** and can trigger actions like sending WhatsApp Flow Forms, HTTP API calls, or template messages.

## **Why Use Input Flow with WhatsApp Flows?**

Combining Input Flow with WhatsApp Flows enhances user experience by:

- Creating structured form-like conversations
- Collecting valuable user data (e.g., email, phone, preferences)
- Sending WhatsApp Flow Forms at the right stage
- Triggering personalized follow-ups and next steps automatically

## **Step-by-Step: How to Build a Multi-Step Form**

### **🔹 Step 1: Create a WhatsApp Flow Form**

Go to **WhatsApp Flows** from the left menu. Click **Create**, then set your:

- **Flow Name**: (e.g., “Contact Us”)
- **Flow Category**: Pick or define a relevant category
- **Status**: Publish the form once it’s ready

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### **🔹 Step 2: Build Input Questions in the Flow Editor**

From the **Input Flow** section:

1. Drag and drop **New Question** nodes
2. Define reply types:

- Free keyboard input for name/email
- Phone number input
- Multiple choice for decision-based flows
- Save each input to a **custom field**

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### **🔹 Step 3: Insert a WhatsApp Flow Form in the Middle of the Flow**

After collecting initial data, you can send a Flow Form by:

1. Clicking the **➕ button**
2. Selecting **WhatsApp Flows**
3. Choosing the flow you created earlier
4. Customizing:

Header (e.g., “Please fill-up”)

Message body

Footer button text

![](https://docs-waatee.1wp.site/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/image-12-146-1024x820.webp)

**🔹 Step 4: Connect to Next Message or Action**

After the WhatsApp Flow node, you can continue the flow with:

- A **Thank You message**
- A **custom reply**
- Triggering an external API or another action

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## **Tips for Better Results**

- Use **custom fields** for every input to save data for later use
- Make use of **conditional logic** (e.g., user decision → different Flow)
- Add **delays** for more natural human-like messaging
- Always **preview** and test flows before going live
- Keep messages concise but informative

## **FAQs**

**Do I need to publish the WhatsApp Flow before using it in Input Flow?** Yes. Make sure your WhatsApp Flow is created and published first.

**Can I collect files or documents in Input Flow?** Currently, Input Flow supports text, phone, email, and button replies, but file upload is not supported.

**Can I show different flows based on answers?** Yes. You can use multiple choice responses to branch the conversation and trigger different actions.

**Is this form flow GDPR compliant?** waatee allows you to store data in a secure and compliant way. Make sure to add legal notices if needed in your form.

**Can I send the collected data to a CRM or Google Sheet?** Absolutely. Use the **HTTP API** or **Google Sheet Fetch** actions to connect your flow with external systems.