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Html form data connect with whatsapp

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Introduction

WhatsApp Web is a web-based extension of the popular WhatsApp messaging application. It allows users to access their WhatsApp conversations and send/receive messages directly from their web browsers. Integrating HTML forms with WhatsApp Web can enhance user experience and streamline communication.

System Architecture

The system comprises three main components:

  1. HTML Form: A simple form collecting user data.
  2. JavaScript: Handles form submission and sends data to WhatsApp.
  3. CSS: Styles the form for a user-friendly interface.

Features

User Interface

• Responsive Design: The form is styled to be visually appealing and user-friendly. • Form Fields: Includes fields for Name, Email, and Message. • Submission Button: A button to submit the form data.

Functionality

• Data Collection: Collects user input from the form fields. • WhatsApp Integration: Uses the WhatsApp API to send data as a message. • Dynamic Message Creation: Constructs a message string with the form data.

Implementation Diagrams

  1. Create an HTML Form: Design a form with fields for the user to fill out. This form will collect the data that you want to send to WhatsApp.
  2. Write a JavaScript Function: Develop a JavaScript function that will be triggered when the form is submitted. This function will handle the data from the form and format it into a message.
  3. Integrate WhatsApp API: Use the WhatsApp API to send the formatted message. You’ll need to set up an account with WhatsApp Business API and get access credentials.
  4. Open WhatsApp Chat: The API will use the message data to open a chat window in the user’s WhatsApp application, allowing them to send the message.

System Architecture Diagram

whatsapp system

Data Flow Diagram

whatsapp Data Flow

Integration with WhatsApp

How it Works

  1. User Input: The user fills out the form with their name, email, and message.
  2. Form Submission: Upon clicking the submit button, the send To WhatsApp function is invoked.
  3. Message Construction: The function constructs a URL with the form data.
  4. WhatsApp API: The URL is opened in a new tab, redirecting to WhatsApp Web with a pre-filled message.

Advantages

• Direct Communication: Allows for immediate interaction with users via WhatsApp.

• Ease of Use: Users can send messages without needing to manually enter details.

Conclusion

Integrating HTML form data with WhatsApp Web streamlines communication and enhances user engagement. The implementation is straightforward, involving basic HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. This integration provides a seamless way to connect with users and receive their inquiries or feedback directly through WhatsApp.

References

  1. MDN Web Docs: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
  2. How can I send HTML enquiry form data to multiple WhatsApp contacts

Licence 📜

You may use this tutorial freely at your own risk. See LICENSE.

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