Learn about Blueprint Forms in Apricot and how they can be used in your database below.
Q: What are Blueprint Forms?
Blueprint Forms are restricted Participant forms that aim to provide a more standardized and structured approach to Apricot forms. Key aspects of Blueprint Forms include:
Predefined form structures and field types
Standardized linking and form logic
Centralized form management and deployment
Q: What can be customized in a Blueprint Form?
Nearly every field in a Blueprint Form is optional and can be hidden from users during data entry. The only exceptions are below:
Name: This field is used for Duplicate Check by default and therefore is required in every record
Date of Birth: This field is also used for Duplicate Check.
Unrestricted form sections can be added as necessary to capture even more participant information.
Q: Why would I use a Blueprint Form when I can build my own Participant form?
We encourage users to utilize Blueprint Forms because they create a solid foundation for enhanced functionality in the future, such as the potential to send clients full sets of Tier 2 forms and pre-built reports at the click of a button and associate their data with existing participant information. Adopting the Blueprint Forms allows you to unlock these enhancements for your organization as new features and functionality are developed.
Q: How can I identify a Blueprint form?
Blueprint Forms typically have the "Participant" label in the form name on the Standard Forms page, but the easiest way to tell if a form is a Blueprint Form is to edit it in the Form Designer and try dragging a field into the "Participant Details" form section at the top. If you see a popup indicating "Unable to add field to a restricted section", then you're working with a Blueprint Form.
