> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.useorbitcrm.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Orbit Flows

> Conversational forms that display one question at a time.

Conversational forms that display one question at a time.

## What are Orbit Flows?

Orbit Flows transform your forms into a conversational experience. Instead of showing all questions at once, users see one question at a time and progress through the form step by step.

## Why Use Orbit Flows?

* **Higher Completion Rates** — By showing one question at a time, users feel less overwhelmed and are more likely to complete the form.
* **Keyboard-First Navigation** — Users press Enter to submit an answer and move to the next question, and can use the arrow keys to navigate dropdown options.
* **Engaging Experience** — The conversational format feels more personal and engaging, like a real conversation rather than filling out a boring form.

## Creating an Orbit Flow

**1. Navigate to Forms**

Go to Forms → Create Form

**2. Select Flow**

Select **Flow** as the form type

**3. Add fields**

Add your fields — they'll automatically display one at a time

> [!TIP]
>
> **Sharing Any Form as a Flow**
>
> The form type is set at creation and can't be changed, but every form — even a Standard one — can be viewed in the flow layout by adding `/flow` to its public URL (e.g., `orbitforms.ai/r/{team-id}/your-form/flow`). This makes it easy to share a conversational version without rebuilding anything.

## Keyboard & Scroll Navigation

Orbit Flows are designed for fast navigation:

| Input | Action |
| - | - |
| `Enter ↵` | Submit answer and go to next question |
| `↑ ↓` | Navigate options in an open dropdown |
| `Enter` or `Space` | Open a dropdown / select the highlighted option |
| `Esc` | Close an open dropdown |
| Mouse wheel | Scroll down for next question, up for previous |

> [!NOTE]
>
> On **Long Text** fields, Enter inserts a new line instead of advancing — users click the **OK** button to move on.

## Show a Scheduler After Submission

Flow forms can end with a meeting scheduler instead of a thank-you page or redirect. The scheduler appears right on the final screen of the flow — respondents pick a time without ever leaving the form.

**1. Open After Submission**

In the flow form editor, go to the **After Submission** tab

**2. Choose Scheduler**

Select **Scheduler** as what happens after submission

**3. Pick a scheduling page**

Choose one of your scheduling pages from the dropdown

**4. Preview**

Click **Preview thank you screen** to see the end of the flow exactly as respondents will

Answers from your form's **Name** and **Email** contact fields are prefilled into the booking, so respondents never type them twice. Lead capture scheduling pages skip their lead form entirely — your flow form already captured that information — and go straight to the calendar (any extra custom fields on the page are asked once, in the booking step).

> [!NOTE]
>
> **Good to know**
>
> * The scheduling page must be **published** for respondents to see it — otherwise the regular thank-you page is shown. Draft pages do appear in form previews so you can verify the setup first.
> * Showing a scheduler after submission is available on **paid plans**. Group and round robin page types additionally require **Business** or above.
> * If a conditional **routing rule** matches a submission, its redirect takes priority over the scheduler.
> * Works in embedded forms too, including popups — the embed stays open until the booking is complete.

## Best Practices

* **Keep questions short and clear** — Each question should be easy to understand at a glance
* **Start with easy questions** — Begin with simple questions like name and email to build momentum
* **Limit total questions** — Aim for 5-10 questions maximum to maintain engagement
* **Use helpful placeholders** — Show example answers to help users understand what's expected
* **Show progress** — The progress indicator helps users know how far they are

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## Next Steps

> [card] [Styling](https://docs.useorbitcrm.ai/guides/styling.md)
>
> Customize your flow's look

> [card] [Sharing](https://docs.useorbitcrm.ai/guides/sharing.md)
>
> Share your form with the world

> [card] [Scheduling](https://docs.useorbitcrm.ai/guides/scheduling.md)
>
> Set up the scheduling pages your flow can end with


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