# How to add a Long text question

Long text is a paragraph box. Use it when a single line is not enough.


1. ADD IT

In Build, click Add a question, then choose Long text. See How to add questions
[https://formms.help.center/article/1016-how-to-add-questions].


2. ON THE FORM

The field is on the canvas. Question settings opens so you can write the prompt,
add hint text, and mark it required.


3. WHAT IT IS FOR

People can write several sentences. Typical uses: comments, a cover note,
dietary needs, accessibility notes, or project details.


4. EDIT AND REQUIRE

Click the field to change the wording. Hover it to duplicate or delete. Required
questions show a red asterisk. Optional ones do not.

Keep the prompt specific so answers stay useful. You can still mark it optional.


5. ASK AI

In create a form with AI
[https://formms.help.center/article/1013-how-to-create-a-form-with-ai], describe
the form and name this type. On a form you already have, open Chat to Edit (the
pencil next to Add a question) and ask in a sentence.

Example:

> Add a long text question: Anything else we should know?


6. READ THE DRAFT

The helper replies with a Draft card. Each field shows its type. Check that Long
text is in the list. Click Create this form when you want it. Close if you were
only trying a prompt. That does not add a form.