One effective way to ensure that all entries are tracked and numbered in order is to utilize an increment count stamp for each entry. This auto increment approach simplifies the tracking and organizing process, making tracking the total number of entries easier.
For example, if you use the [auto_id] shortcode and want to start the count at 1 with a prefix, the value generated could be CTN-1, CTN-2, etc. Here are a few examples.
| Example | Shortcode | Results |
|---|---|---|
| auto increment + suffix | [auto_id start=1]-INV | 1-INV |
| prefix + auto increment | product-ID-[auto_id start=1] | product-ID_1 |
| smart default value + auto increment | [auto_id start=1]_[user_role] | 1_subscriber |
| prefix + auto increment with starting point | CTN-[auto_id start=2] | CTN-2, CTN-3, CTN-4 |
| prefix + auto increment with step point | STP-[auto_id start=1 step=2] | STP-1, STP-3, STP-5 |
Set up Auto Increment field
With this guide, you can create an auto ID, and the number increments for every successful submission in the form. Learn more about how to use the [auto_id] shortcode.
- In your form builder, add a hidden or text field.
- In the Default value box, insert the shortcode with a starting number, which could include a prefix, suffix, or smart default value.
- For each entry submitted to the form, the number will increment depending on the starting point or interval you have specified.