With a really long multipage form - do I have to worry about session timeout?


(Charlespowell) #1

I have to make a 5 page grant application form with choices on the first page deciding which section of the last page is shown for filling out. Given that this form will take considerable time to fill out - do I have to worry about session timeout? I will be allowing users to save and return later but what about those that foolishly decide to fill it up in one long marathon session.


(Nic Hubbard) #2

I don't think you need to worry. We have done quite large forms (6 pages) and we have never had any issues.


(Tom Chadwin) #3

I presume the problem occurs only if they exceed the session timeout while on a single page of the form. Whenever they change pages, the session timer will reset.


(Bart Banda) #4

I presume the problem occurs only if they exceed the session timeout while on a single page of the form. Whenever they change pages, the session timer will reset.

 

That's right, it also depends on what session expiry rules you have set in the system: http://manuals.matrix.squizsuite.net/system-configuration/chapters/global-preferences#User-Preferences