Purpose Statement

This article explains how to add a line break to a form using the Form Builder in the First Due Fire Investigation module. Line breaks allow users to add spacing between form elements, improving the organization, readability, and appearance of forms.

Background Information

The Fire Investigation Form Builder allows users to create new forms or modify existing forms to meet their department's documentation needs.

The Line Break option adds adjustable spacing between elements within a form. Users can specify a line break size between 1 and 100 to customize the layout.

Line breaks can be useful for:

• Separating sections of a fire investigation form.
• Improving the visual organization of form fields.
• Creating additional spacing between questions or data entry areas.
• Improving the readability of printed forms.

Required Permissions

Users must have appropriate access to the Fire Investigation module and its Form Builder functionality.

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Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Navigate to the Fire Investigation Form Builder

1. From the First Due module stack, select Fire Investigation.
2. Navigate to Form Builder List.
3. Locate the form you want to modify, or create a new form.
   
   

Step 2: Add a Line Break

1. Locate the Add (+) button at the position where you want to insert the line break.
2. Select the Add (+) button to display the available form elements.
3. Scroll through the options and select Line Break.
   
   
   
    

Step 3: Configure the Line Break Size

1. After selecting Line Break, locate the size configuration field.

2. Enter a value between 1 and 100 to determine the size of the line break.

   
   
    

Step 4: Save the Form

1. Once the line break has been configured, select Save.
2. Confirm that your changes have been saved.
   
   
   
    

Step 5: Preview the Line Break

1. Open the printed version of the form.
2. Review the form layout to verify that the line break appears in the desired location.
3. If adjustments are needed, return to the Form Builder and edit the line break size.
   
   
   
    

Best Practices

• Use consistent spacing: Apply similar line break sizes throughout a form to maintain a professional appearance.
• Separate related content: Use line breaks to visually distinguish different sections or groups of fields.
• Avoid excessive spacing: Large line breaks may create unnecessary blank space in printed forms.
• Preview your changes: Always review the printed version of the form to ensure the layout meets your department's needs.
• Adjust as needed: Experiment with different values between 1 and 100 to achieve the desired spacing.

Troubleshooting & FAQs

How do I add a line break to an existing form?

Navigate to Fire Investigation > Form Builder List, open the desired form for editing, and select the Add (+) button where you want the line break. Choose Line Break, enter a size, and save your changes.

What sizes are available for line breaks?

The Line Break option supports values between 1 and 100.

Can I preview how the line break will appear?

Yes. After saving the form, open its printed version to review the spacing and overall layout.

Can I add multiple line breaks to the same form?

The Form Builder provides an Add (+) button for inserting elements at selected locations. You can repeat the line break insertion process at additional locations as needed.

Why can't I access the Form Builder?

Your user account may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify forms in the Fire Investigation module. Contact your department's First Due administrator to verify your access.

What should I do if the line break is too large or too small?

Return to the Form Builder, adjust the line break size, save the form, and review the printed version again.