eForms Q&A
▼ What is the best format for fillable forms?
Usually fillable forms are stored as PDF's and have form fields added so that users can easily add content to the fields to complete the forms. When you create the fillable form, be sure to follow good habits and add appropriate field names and tips for each field, specify the default language for the form, and set the tab order to flow logically through all the fields.
After configuration of your fillable PDF, you should run the accessibility check in Adobe Acrobat to be certain that the form passes.
▼ Where should I save my forms?
Upload your form files to your department's eform directory. There is no need to place
them in a resources folder.
▼ Can I link to the form from my actual department page?
Yes, it is easy to reference the form saved in your eform directory when you reference
it on your regular departmental site. However, do not be tempted to upload the form
twice -- once to the eform directory and once to your departmental resources. This
leave too much room for error at update time. There should be only one copy of the
form uploaded to the webserver. All links should reference the same file to insure
that the current version is accessed.
▼ Who updates my departmental eforms page?
The webmaster assigned to a specific department's eform page is responsible for updates
to the page. For example, the URL for the Travel Department's eform page is /departments/eforms/travel
and this page is maintained by the webmaster for the Travel Department.
▼ Who updates the eForms A-Z?
Actual changes or additions to /departments/eforms/a-z.html are made by Web Services.
However, it is the responsibility of each department to request the changes/updates/additions.
Please complete the request for update at https://www.southalabama.edu/departments/eforms/updatea-z.html