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Can I change the placeholder of a Date question from "DD / MM / YYYY" to another format?

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By default, the placeholder for a Date question is "DD / MM / YYYY" or your chosen date format.

A date field will show a placeholder "DD / MM / YYYY" on the form.

Alternatively, you can configure a "Default Answer" on the question's configuration panel to the current day or a specific day.

A date field with a default answer will show the set date on the form.

You can set the format in which the date is displayed by choosing your preference in the "Order of date" configuration.

You can access all these settings and more on the question's configuration panel by clicking on the Date question.

The active question's configuration panel is shown on the left.

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Can I change the format of a date question?
The format of a date question is determined by the "Order of date" option. Begin by configuring your Date question, and in the Configuration Panel modify the "Order of date" option.
Can I require only dates in the past or future?
Yes, toggle the corresponding setting for dates in the past or future. If you want to allow both dates in the past and future, leave both toggled off.
What are date fields, and how do I use one?
With a Date Selector field, you can ask your submitters to type a specific date or select a date from the dropdown calendar.
Can I select multiple dates using one date question?
No, only one date can be entered per date question.
Can I update the answer text font color?
You can change the font color of typed answers under Theme → Typography → Answers.