WebForms -- Like many HTML Editors, WebForms presents users with an intuitive and easy to use interface for developing web forms. It then takes this process one step further by also processing the responses from your web forms. You can use these forms for order taking, surveys, comments, suggestions, and more. Responses are received in the form of an e-mail message which then needs to be imported back into WebForms for processing -- the responses will often not be readable enough for use with just your e-mail client. The WebForms Form Generator allows you to develop any type of form, from a simple 'comments box' to the most complex combination of scrollable lists, radio boxes, and check boxes. In addition, you can modify the source code after generating the form for even greater flexibility. All of this is done without the need or use of CGI scripting -- all you need is an e-mail account to send the form to. In addition, there is extensive online help for introducing users to web forms development and for explaining the multitude of features found in WebForms. WebForms is a great client to use if you lack access to CGI scripting or lack experience in this area. It works best for processing surveys, orders, and similar items that usually don't require replies. However, for developing forms that you want to be able to easily reply to, WebForms may not be your best option, especially if you get many responses. This is because every e-mail response must be imported into WebForms for processing and then exported back into a text file that you can use for replying to. A new feature that directly imports forms into your mailbox automates the importing aspect of the time-consuming and redundant process, but overall the process can still be quite a chore. For this reason you might want to check out the alternatives available as well. For surveys and orders, however, WebForms will likely be your best bet for creating effective, professional-looking forms for your web site. Pros: Simple, easy to use interface for creating web forms without advanced scripting Cons: Forms processing can be redundant and time-consuming for many users New: Scrolling status bar messages, message confirmation boxes, more flexibility in control layout Version Reviewed: 2.1a Date of Review: 2/27/96