Forms vs. Tables: How to Collect and Manage Data Like a Pro?
Author: Jodoo Official
Recent Update: July 21, 2023
Abstract: This article introduces the differences between forms and tables, their respective advantages in collecting and managing data, and how to import table data into Jodoo forms to improve efficiency and achieve data management.
What is A Form?
Forms are widely used in various industries to collect and organize data efficiently. They provide a user-friendly interface that allows users to enter information, which can be stored in a database or sent to a designated location.
Forms have a variety of applications, including data aggregation, online registration, market reporting, order processing, etc. For example, an online registration form can include fields for personal information, contact details, and other relevant information. It makes the registration process simple and convenient for users.
One of the significant benefits of using forms is that they can be easily integrated into various software apps and platforms. Using Jodoo as an example, forms are versatile tools that play a critical role in data collection and management. By using Jodoo forms, businesses can streamline their data management processes, enhance efficiency, and improve the overall user experience.
What is the Difference Between Forms And Tables?
Tables are structured collections of data organized into rows and columns. Tables are commonly used to store and display data in a structured format, making it easier to search, sort, and analyze. Tables can be created using various software apps, such as spreadsheet programs like Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
When it comes to data management, tables are often compared to forms. While both tools serve different purposes, they are essential in managing data efficiently. Traditional Excel is a popular spreadsheet program that uses tables extensively for data storage and analysis. However, with the emergence of cloud-based platforms like Jodoo, there is a growing trend towards using tables within forms for more streamlined data management and increased efficiency.
Conceptually,
tables and forms differ in the following ways:
Table | Form | |
Software | Traditional Excel | Jodoo |
Purpose | Local data analysis | Online data collection |
Advantages | Intuitive interface, convenient data calculation and analysis | Support real-time data acquisition, convenient data transmission, and online collaboration with teams |
Limitations | Tables are isolated from each other, making it difficult to share data and collaborate with multiple users | Requires internet connection, forms themselves do not have data analysis functions and need to be combined with other functions to analyze data |
In terms of desktop display,
when opening an Excel table on a PC, we can flexibly modify the data and style of the table.
When accessing a form in Jodoo, we can efficiently design fields and processes, as well as manage the collected data in real time.
Tables typically cannot establish relationships with other tables. However, forms can leverage their online capabilities to establish complex relationships with different forms and collaborators. They help the workflow design be more manageable and streamlined. It is very simple to design workflows in Jodoo. Just like creating forms, it does not require any coding skills and can be accomplished simply by dragging and dropping.
When it comes to mobile devices,
tables maintain the same style as desktop computers, but forms are designed to be more user-friendly and convenient for data input. Mobile forms are optimized for smaller screens, which allow for easier data entry and a more seamless user experience.
In terms of data collection methods,
the main difference between tables and forms is that Excel tables often require email communication to share and collect data among team members. With forms, team members can easily share and collect data online through a sharing link.
From a data analysis perspective,
tabular data often requires third-party software for more in-depth analysis. However, with Jodoo, data collected through forms can be directly displayed and analyzed in the Dashboard. The dashboard consists of various charts and components to build as needed.
What is the Connection Between Forms and Tables？
As tools for processing data, data between the two can be interoperable, and data can be imported from tables into Jodoo forms. This feature enables businesses to leverage the benefits of both tools for efficient data management.
Once the data is imported successfully, Jodoo automatically generates the form and presents the user with a backend interface. From this interface, users can customize the form to fit their specific data management needs.
Data in the form can also be exported smoothly to tables, and part or all of the data can be selected for export.
In conclusion, the interoperability between tables and forms, as well as the ability to import table data into Jodoo forms, offers businesses a powerful data management solution. Businesses can achieve more efficient data management, improved productivity, and better-informed decision-making by utilizing the strengths of both forms and tables.
