Form Builder with Next.js and dnd-kit
I'll create a drag-and-drop form builder with column support using Next.js and dnd-kit. Let's build this step by step.
How the Form Builder Works
I've created a drag-and-drop form builder that allows you to:
- Drag form elements from the sidebar onto the canvas
- Create columns (up to 4 per row) that automatically resize to equal widths
- Reorder elements within and between rows
- Create new rows when dragging elements to empty areas
Key Features
- Responsive Design: The form builder works on both mobile and desktop
- Equal Width Columns: When you drag an element next to another, they automatically resize to equal widths
- Maximum 4 Columns: Each row can have up to 4 columns, after which a new row is created
- Drag and Drop: Powered by dnd-kit for smooth drag and drop interactions
How to Use
- Add Elements: Drag elements from the sidebar onto the canvas
- Create Columns: Drag an element next to another to create equal-width columns
- Reorder: Drag elements to reposition them within or between rows
- Remove Elements: (You can extend this functionality by adding delete buttons)
The implementation uses a row-based layout system where each row contains elements with calculated widths based on a 12-column grid. When elements are added to a row, the widths are recalculated to ensure equal distribution.
You can extend this form builder by adding functionality to:
- Save form configurations
- Add form validation
- Add element configuration options
- Add a preview mode
- Export to HTML/React components