How to use conditionals inside connected forms (super forms) to display fields on demand

A super-form conditional is the logic that makes a field appear or disappear inside the form of a connected record, based on the value of another field in that same record. In Jestor, this logic — which already existed on the main form — now also applies inside connected records.

The problem with forms that show everything at once

Connected forms that display every possible field, even the ones that rarely apply, get cluttered and can confuse whoever is filling them out.

Display on demand: a field only appears when the condition is met.
Connected records: works inside child records, not just the main one.
Public forms: the conditional also applies in public links.
Same logic as the main form: no extra learning curve.

How to configure conditionals in a super form in Jestor

Open the connected record's edit view: inside the super form.
Choose the field that will depend on another: for example, "trip start date."
Set the condition: which value of another field needs to be met.
Save the rule: the field now appears only on demand.
Test it on creation and in public forms: the logic applies in both contexts.

How to configure it in Jestor: a practical example is a hotel booking — only ask for additional trip details when the person indicates it's a business trip.

Why choose Jestor for leaner connected forms?

Reducing the number of visible fields at once improves the accuracy of form submissions — well-configured conditionals keep whoever is filling out the form from getting confused by questions that don't apply to their case.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do super form conditionals work the same way as the main form's? Yes, they follow the same logic already used for conditionals elsewhere in the system.

Does this feature work in public forms? Yes, conditionals also apply to public forms with connected records.

Do I need to reconfigure old forms to use this feature? No, the feature is already available for anyone using super forms; just set up the new conditionals.

Video Tutorial: Step by Step

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