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Overview

Organizer Using Broadstripes Public Form On Phone On the Form content tab, you can add additional content and fields to a public form including your organization’s logo, website links and custom style elements. The Form content tab controls the visual appearance and text content of your public form. This is where you customize what form submitters see when they open your form.

Add a logo and other content

Follow these steps to customize the visual and textual content of your public form:

Step 1: Navigate to the Form content tab

To get started, select the Form content tab in the public form editor.

Step 2: Add a logo image

Add a logo image by clicking the “Choose File” button and uploading your organization’s logo. This will appear at the top of your public form. Horizontal banners tend to look best. The image file size should be under 10 kb for the best public form experience on a mobile device. Form Content Tab Choose File To upload a logo:
  1. Click Choose File or Browse (button text varies by browser)
  2. Navigate to your logo file on your computer
  3. Select the image file
  4. Click Save at the bottom of the form editor
To remove a logo:
  1. Click the remove button below the logo preview
  2. Click Save at the bottom of the form editor
To replace a logo:
  1. Click Choose File to select a new logo
  2. The new logo will replace the old one when you save
  3. Or click remove first, then save, then add the new logo
Supported formats: JPG, PNG, GIF Recommended size: 300-600 pixels wide for best display quality File size: Under 10 KB for optimal mobile experience
When you duplicate a form, the system attempts to copy the logo. If logo copying fails, you’ll see a warning message and will need to re-upload the logo to the duplicated form.

Step 3: Add Header Text

Below the logo, you can enter Header Text. This could be your organization’s tagline or any title of your choosing. This is the main title that appears at the top of your form, below the logo (if you uploaded one). Default: If you leave this blank, the form NAME (from the top of the form editor) is used as the header. Examples:
  • “Worker Interest Card”
  • “Join Our Campaign”
  • “2025 Training Registration”
  • “Tell Us Your Story”
  • “Sign Up to Learn More”
Best practices:
  • Keep it short (under 10 words)
  • Use action-oriented language
  • Make it welcoming and clear about the form’s purpose
  • Consider your audience’s language and perspective

Step 4: Add Introduction text

In the Introduction field, add a brief explanation or instructions for the form recipients. This is a good place to tell them what actions to take with the form. This text appears below the header and above the form fields. Use it to:
  • Explain the purpose of the form
  • Set expectations (how long it takes, what happens next)
  • Provide context or motivation
  • Include any necessary disclaimers
Example for a worker interest card:
We're building a movement for better wages and working conditions. Fill out this form to join us and receive updates about our campaign. This form takes about 2 minutes to complete.
Example for event registration:
Join us for our monthly member meeting on March 15th at 6 PM. Fill out this form to RSVP and receive event details and reminders.
Example for volunteer sign-up:
<strong>Want to get involved?</strong> We need volunteers for phone banking, door knocking, and event support. Tell us what interests you and we'll be in touch with opportunities to get involved.
Formatting:
  • The introduction text supports line breaks
  • Keep paragraphs short for readability
  • Consider bullet points for multiple ideas
  • Don’t make it too long—most people won’t read more than 2-3 short paragraphs
Best practices:
  • Answer “What is this for?” and “Why should I fill this out?”
  • Set realistic time expectations
  • Mention what happens after submission
  • Use welcoming, inclusive language
  • If required by law, include NLRB disclaimer: “Filling out this form does not obligate you to do anything or join anything.”
The Introduction text, Agreement button text, Legal agreement, and Successful submission message fields support hyperlinks and HTML tags, allowing you to format and style your text.
For additional styling needs, please contact in-app support or [email protected]

Step 5: Customize the submission button

Customize your form’s submission button with a call to action. Create your custom text for submitting in the “Agreement button text” field. This is the label on the button that submits the form. Default: “Submit” Example alternatives:
  • “Join Us”
  • “Sign Up”
  • “Register”
  • “Submit My Interest Card”
  • “Count Me In”
  • “I’m Interested”
  • “Save My Information”
Best practices:
  • Use action language that reflects what the user is doing
  • Keep it short (1-3 words)
  • Match the tone of your campaign
  • Consider what commitment level you’re asking for (avoid “JOIN THE UNION” if this is just an interest card)

Step 6: Add a signature field (optional)

Select the “Show signature field” checkbox to allow submitters to sign the form using their mouse or finger. When enabled:
  • A signature capture field appears near the bottom of the form (above the submit button)
  • Users can draw their signature with a mouse (desktop) or finger (mobile)
  • A “clear” link allows redoing the signature
  • Instructions appear: “Use your mouse (or your finger on a phone or tablet) to enter your signature above”
  • The signature is captured as an image and included in the PDF
When disabled:
  • No signature field appears
  • Form submission is faster and simpler
When to enable:
  • Union authorization cards (may be legally required)
  • Legal agreements or waivers
  • Forms where you need proof of identity
  • Official applications or nominations
When to disable:
  • General interest forms
  • Event registrations
  • Casual sign-ups
  • Any form where signature isn’t legally or procedurally necessary
If you enable the signature field, most users will expect it to be required even if you don’t mark it as required. Consider this when designing your form flow.
You also have the option of including a section for a Legal agreement that a recipient must check before submitting the public form. Check the Legal agreement checkbox and enter the text of your agreement in the box below. This section has two parts: a checkbox to enable the legal agreement, and a text area for the agreement text. To add a legal agreement:
  1. Check the box next to Legal agreement
  2. Enter your agreement text in the Legal agreement text text area
  3. The legal agreement will be added to your selected fields
  4. Mark it as required in the “Selected fields” panel on the Standard fields tab
How it appears on the form:
  • The legal agreement text displays near the bottom of the form (above signature if enabled)
  • A checkbox appears next to or below the text
  • The user must check the box to submit the form (if marked as required)
Legal agreement text field:
  • Large text area for your agreement language
  • Supports line breaks
  • Supports HTML for formatting
  • Placeholder: “I agree that…”
Common legal agreement examples: For union authorization cards:
I authorize [Union Name] to represent me in collective bargaining with my employer concerning wages, hours, and working conditions. I understand that this authorization is voluntary and that filling out this form does not obligate me to join the union or pay any fees or dues.
For general interest forms:
I understand that [Organization Name] will use the information I provide to contact me about campaign activities and events. I can opt out of communications at any time.
For NLRB compliance (elections):
I understand that signing this card does not obligate me to vote for the union in an NLRB election or to become a union member. I understand that federal law protects my right to sign or not sign this card.
Best practices:
  • Keep legal language as simple as possible
  • Break complex agreements into short paragraphs or bullet points
  • Consult with legal counsel for union authorization cards
  • Include required NLRB disclaimers if applicable
  • Don’t use legal agreements for casual sign-up forms—they reduce completion rates
Positioning:
  • Legal agreement text appears in the order you set in “Selected fields” on the Standard fields tab
  • It typically appears near the end of the form
  • Most campaigns place it just before the signature field (if enabled) or just before the submit button

Step 8: Add a Successful submission message

In the “Successful submission message” field, enter the message that will appear after the recipient submits a public form. This could be a simple thank you or additional instructions. This text displays on the confirmation page after someone successfully submits the form. Example custom messages: After interest card submission:
Thank you for your interest! An organizer will be in touch soon to answer your questions and discuss next steps.
After event registration:
You're registered! We'll send you event details and a reminder email 24 hours before the event.
After volunteer sign-up:
Thanks for signing up to volunteer! We'll email you with opportunities to get involved in the next few days.
After application submission:
Your application has been received. We'll review it and contact you within one week.
Best practices:
  • Confirm that the submission was successful
  • Set expectations about next steps (“We’ll contact you within X days”)
  • Thank the submitter
  • Mention if they’ll receive an email confirmation
  • Keep it brief—1-3 short sentences
Form Content TAB

Step 9: Save your work

Save or move on to the next tab to continue customizing your public form.

How Content Appears on the Form

When someone opens your public form, they see (in order):
  1. Logo (if uploaded) - centered at top
  2. Header text - main title
  3. Introduction text - explanatory paragraph(s)
  4. Required field notice - “Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required”
  5. Form fields - in the order you configured
  6. Legal agreement text (if enabled this will appear in the order you set in “Selected fields” on the Standard fields tab) - with checkbox
  7. Signature field (if enabled) - with canvas and “clear” link
  8. Submit button - with your custom button text
After submission, they see:
  • Successful submission message (if you provided one, otherwise default message)

Testing Your Form Content

Before sharing your form widely:
  1. Click Save to save your content changes
  2. Copy the public form URL from the Public forms page
  3. Open the URL in a private/incognito browser window
  4. Review all the content:
    • Does the logo display correctly?
    • Is the header clear and welcoming?
    • Does the introduction provide enough context?
    • Is the legal agreement text clear and accurate?
    • Does the submit button text make sense?
  5. Submit a test entry
  6. Check the confirmation message
View on mobile: Many people will complete your form on a phone. Test on a mobile device or use your browser’s mobile device emulation to ensure everything displays correctly.

Accessibility Considerations

Clear headings: The header text becomes the main heading for screen readers Simple language: Keep introduction text clear and concise for all literacy levels Legal agreement readability: Break complex legal text into short paragraphs Signature field: Includes clear instructions for all users

Common Scenarios

Basic Interest Card

  • Logo: Union logo
  • Header: “Worker Interest Card”
  • Introduction: “Want to learn more about organizing for better conditions? Fill out this card and an organizer will contact you.”
  • Button: “Submit”
  • Signature: Disabled
  • Legal agreement: None

Union Authorization Card

  • Logo: Union logo
  • Header: “Union Authorization Card”
  • Introduction: “By signing this card, you’re authorizing [Union] to represent you. Your signature does not obligate you to join the union or vote yes in an election.”
  • Button: “Sign Card”
  • Signature: Enabled
  • Legal agreement: Full NLRB-compliant authorization language

Event Registration

  • Logo: Campaign logo
  • Header: “March Member Meeting”
  • Introduction: “Join us March 15th at 6 PM for our monthly meeting. We’ll discuss upcoming actions and vote on proposals. Dinner will be provided.”
  • Button: “Register”
  • Signature: Disabled
  • Legal agreement: None

Volunteer Sign-Up

  • Logo: Organization logo
  • Header: “Get Involved”
  • Introduction: “We need volunteers for phone banking, door knocking, and event support. Sign up and we’ll match you with opportunities that fit your schedule and interests.”
  • Button: “Sign Up”
  • Signature: Disabled
  • Legal agreement: None

Next Steps

Here are links to the other documentation pages for public forms: