form-cro

# Form CRO Production-grade form optimization framework covering field-cost analysis, layout engineering, multi-step form architecture, validation UX patterns, mobile-specific optimization, and structured A/B test design. Applicable to lead capture, contact, demo request, application, survey, and checkout forms. For signup/registration flows, use signup-flow-cro. --- ## Table of Contents - [Initial Assessment](#initial-assessment) - [Field-Cost Analysis Framework](#field-cost-analysis-framework) - [Multi-Step vs Single-Step Decision](#multi-step-vs-single-step-decision) - [Field Design Patterns](#field-design-patterns) - [Validation UX](#validation-ux) - [CTA and Submit Button Optimization](#cta-and-submit-button-optimization) - [Mobile Form Optimization](#mobile-form-optimization) - [Trust and Context Elements](#trust-and-context-elements) - [Form Type Playbooks](#form-type-playbooks) - [A/B Test Framework](#ab-test-framework) - [Metrics and Measurement](#metrics-and-measurement) - [Output Artifacts](#output-artifacts) - [Related Skills](#related-skills) --- ## Clarify First Before optimizing the form, confirm these inputs. If any is unknown or vague, ASK — do not assume: - [ ] **Form type** — lead capture, contact, demo, application, or checkout (sets the optimal field count and playbook) - [ ] **Current fields + which are used in follow-up** — reveals which fields to cut or enrich (the core of field-cost analysis) - [ ] **Current completion rate + where users aband...