How to Create Custom Contact Forms in Showit

If you’ve ever thought about creating a custom contact form that actually works in Showit, but ended up getting stuck trying to figure out which tool to use or how to embed it, you’re not alone.

In this post, we’re walking through how to create custom contact forms in Showit, whether you want to keep it basic or go a little more advanced with dropdowns, automations, and integrations. And if tech stuff stresses you out, don’t worry. We’re going to keep this simple, easy to understand, and beginner-safe.

Whether you’re a beauty pro, copywriter, photographer, or any kind of business owner, your contact form plays a bigger role than you might think. It’s one of the most important pages on your website, and it should make it easy for someone to reach out, inquire, or book a service.

Let’s break down the different ways to create a form in Showit and how to know which one fits your business best.

Option 1: Using a Native Showit Form (Great for Simple Contact)

If you just want a clean, straightforward way for clients to send you a message, Showit makes it easy to set up a form directly in your design. Since there isn’t a dedicated “form” block, you’ll create your fields using paragraph text and enable them as inputs.

It might sound a little technical, but we’re going to walk through the steps so you can set it up easily. Here’s exactly how to set it up:

Step 1: Create your form fields

1. On your Contact page, add a paragraph text field where you want the input to go.
2. Type in the label you want, like “Your Name,” “Email Address,” or “Message.”
3. In the Text Properties panel on the right, toggle on “Enable Input.”

Step 2: Set up input settings

Once you enable input, you’ll see more options pop up:

1. Required: Mark fields like name and email as required if you need them filled out.
2. Subject line: Choose which field should show up as the subject of the email you receive.
3. Reply-to email: Select the email address field so replies go to the right place.
4. Label name: This is what you’ll see as the “question” when inquiries come into your inbox.

Make sure you enable input for every single field you want to collect information from.

Step 3: Style your form

This is the fun part! You can design it however you like:

1. Add a single line under each input
2. Place a subtle box behind each field
3. Adjust fonts, colors, and spacing so it blends seamlessly with your brand

As long as the inputs are enabled, your design won’t affect how the form works.

Step 4: Organize your layers for accessibility

Here’s a small but important tip: on the left-side layers panel, organize your fields in top-to-bottom order (from top-left to bottom-right). This makes sure users can tab through fields correctly for accessibility.

Step 5: Add a submit button

1. Place a submit button underneath your form fields.
2. Under Click Actions in the right-side panel, set the button to “Submit Button” so it activates the form.
3. From here, you can either:
   • Link it to a separate thank-you page, or
   • Create a second Canvas View in the same section with a “thank you” message.

Step 6: Test everything

This part’s important: always test your form to make sure submissions go to your email inbox. Showit will automatically send inquiries to the email associated with your Showit account — you can’t set separate emails for each form.

Make sure to send yourself a test inquiry to confirm it works before launching your site!

Also, a quick heads up…

If you have clients in the EU or want to be GDPR-compliant, Showit’s form may not meet the standard on its own. You can read more here, but in general, if you’re collecting personal info or want to add consent checkboxes, you’ll want to use a different form tool.

Option 2: Embedding a CRM Form (For a Seamless Client Experience)

If you’re already using a client management system like Dubsado or HoneyBook, you can embed your lead capture or inquiry form right into your Showit website.

That way, when someone fills out your form, it goes straight into your CRM. And you can trigger automations like welcome emails, discovery call booking links, or workflows.

Here’s how to embed it:

1. Create your form inside your CRM.
2. Customize the fields you need (name, service type, timeline, budget, etc).
3. Grab the embed code (most platforms offer HTML embed options).
4. In Showit, go to your form canvas and add an Embed Code box.
5. Paste the code in and size the box to fit your layout.

It’ll blend right in with your website design, and you’ll save so much time by having new inquiries land directly in your system.

This is best for:

• Business owners who offer done-for-you services
• Anyone using a CRM to manage clients
• Service providers who want a smooth, automated client journey

Option 3: Using Tally (If You Don’t Need a Full CRM Yet)

If you’re not quite ready for a CRM, or just want a more flexible form without the monthly subscription, we recommend using Tally.

It’s a free form builder that’s user-friendly, minimal, and customizable. Think: Notion vibes but for forms.

Here’s why it’s great for Showit:

• You can add checkboxes, dropdowns, multiple-choice questions, file uploads, etc.
• You can customize the colors and fonts to match your brand.
• It’s free to use and already includes GDPR compliance features.
• You can embed it seamlessly into your Showit site.

To embed a Tally form:

1. Create your form at tally.so and customize it to your needs.
2. Click “Share” and then “Embed” to grab the HTML code.
3. In Showit, insert an Embed Code box in the canvas where you want the form.
4. Paste the code and resize the box as needed.

It’s a great solution for creatives and small business owners who want a branded, user-friendly form without the CRM complexity (or cost).

So, Which Form Option Is Right for You?

If you’re not sure where to start, here’s a simple way to figure it out:

• If you just need a basic contact form, then use Showit’s built-in form. It’s quick, clean, and perfect for simple messages or inquiries.
• If you want dropdowns, checkboxes, or more detailed questions, then go with Tally. It’s free, flexible, and easy to customize.
• If you’re already using a CRM to manage clients, then embed your CRM form directly into your site to streamline everything from inquiry to onboarding.
• If you want to ensure your forms are GDPR-compliant and privacy-focused, then skip Showit’s native form and use Tally or your CRM; both have better compliance features.

No matter which option you choose, you can still make it look and feel like your brand. Showit gives you full control over the design so your form blends in seamlessly with the rest of your site.

Final Thoughts

Your contact form doesn’t have to be fancy, but it should work for the way you run your business. Whether you’re booking discovery calls, onboarding new clients, or creating space for someone to reach out with questions, a thoughtful form makes all the difference.

And that’s one of the reasons we love Showit so much. You’re not locked into one tool or one way of doing things, you get to design something that reflects your brand and actually works behind the scenes.

If you’re currently building your site in Showit or thinking about switching over, this is just one more reason it’s perfect for creative, service-based business owners like you.

Want help setting it up or customizing your design? Learn more about our branding and Showit website design services! We’d love to support you.

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