Modern websites demand more than just a basic contact form. They need intelligent interactions, flexible layouts, strong performance, and seamless integrations—without relying heavily on third-party plugins. Divi 5, developed by Elegant Themes, introduces a completely reimagined Contact Form module that transforms simple forms into powerful lead-generation and communication tools.
In this blog, we’ll explore the new Contact Form features in Divi 5, explain how they work, and show how they help you build faster, smarter, and more professional websites.
Why the Divi 5 Contact Form Is a Big Upgrade
Divi 5 focuses on three core pillars:
- Advanced functionality
- Modern design flexibility
- Improved workflow and performance
Together, these changes make the contact form feel less like a static form and more like a mini help desk, automation hub, and lead generator—all inside the Divi Builder.
1. Advanced Form Functionality in Divi 5
Comprehensive Conditional Logic
Divi 5 introduces native conditional logic, allowing form fields to dynamically appear or disappear based on user input.
Example use cases:
- Show a Budget dropdown only if “Request a Quote” is selected
- Display extra fields when a user chooses “Support” instead of “Sales”
- Create multi-step-style forms without external plugins
This improves user experience by keeping forms clean, focused, and relevant.
New Field Types (No Extra Plugins Needed)
The Contact Form module now includes:
- Checkboxes
- Radio buttons
- Select dropdowns
These field types make it easier to collect structured data such as preferences, service types, or consent options—without relying on third-party form builders.
Field Validation Rules
Divi 5 allows you to validate input at the field level, including:
- Character limits
- Required fields
- Numeric-only input (perfect for phone numbers or ZIP codes)
This reduces submission errors and improves the quality of leads you receive.
Improved Spam Protection
Spam prevention is stronger and more flexible with:
- Native support for Google reCAPTCHA v3
- Built-in compatibility with Cloudflare Turnstile
This keeps your inbox clean while maintaining a smooth, user-friendly submission experience.
Example: Show “Budget” Field Only When “Request a Quote” Is Selected
Scenario:
You want to collect budget information only from users requesting a quote, not from general inquiries.
How It Works in Divi 5:
- Add a Select Field named “How can we help you?”
- Options:
- General Inquiry
- Request a Quote
- Support
- Options:
- Add another Select Field named “Estimated Budget”
- Enable Conditional Logic on the Budget field
- Set the condition:
- Show this field if → How can we help you → equals → Request a Quote
Result:
- The Budget field remains hidden by default
- It appears instantly when the user selects Request a Quote
- The form stays clean and focused
Why this is powerful:
Users only see fields that are relevant to them, reducing friction and increasing form completion rates.
2. Modern Design & Styling Capabilities
Flexbox & Grid Layout Controls
Every Divi 5 module—including the Contact Form—now supports Flexbox and Grid layouts directly from the Design tab.
What this means for you:
- Multi-column forms without custom CSS
- Perfect alignment of fields and buttons
- Cleaner layouts across all screen sizes
Advanced Field Styling
You now have granular control over:
- Focus states (background & text color when clicked)
- Padding, margins, borders, and radius
- Button alignment and spacing
This allows your contact forms to match your brand identity perfectly.
Relative Colors & HSL Support
Divi 5 introduces relative colors, allowing you to define color variables using HSL values.
Why this matters:
- Change one base color → update the entire form
- Maintain consistent branding across pages
- Ideal for large or evolving design systems
Built-In Animations & Interactions
Add subtle animations directly to your contact forms:
- Fade, slide, or scale effects
- Hover and focus transitions
- Entrance animations for better engagement
No JavaScript or third-party animation plugins required.
3. Workflow & Performance Improvements
Instant Interaction Builder
With Divi 5’s Interaction Builder, you can:
- Trigger contact forms as popups
- Open forms on button click
- Create slide-ins or modal forms
All of this is done visually inside the builder, without writing a single line of code.
Custom Responsive Breakpoints
Divi 5 lets you define custom screen widths, not just desktop/tablet/mobile.
This ensures your contact forms look perfect on:
- Large monitors
- Small laptops
- Tablets
- Mobile devices of all sizes
Third-Party Integration: Divi Contact Form Helper
Divi 5 is fully compatible with Divi Contact Form Helper, unlocking advanced features like:
- Saving submissions to the database
- File uploads
- Auto-responder emails
- Admin notifications
All entries are rendered directly inside the Divi ecosystem for a seamless workflow.
Final Thoughts: A Smarter Contact Form for Modern Websites
Divi 5 takes the contact form far beyond basic input fields. With conditional logic, modern layouts, advanced styling, and performance-focused improvements, it empowers designers and developers to build high-converting, professional forms—without extra plugins or complex code.
Whether you’re building:
- A lead generation website
- A service-based business site
- A support or inquiry system
The new Divi 5 Contact Form module is flexible enough to handle it all.
