Visual Form Builder – Custom Validation Messages

Customize the default jQuery validation messages for all Visual Form Builder or Visual Form Builder Pro forms.

Change messages like “This field is required.” and “Please enter a valid email address.” to any text you want. This is a great plugin for those international users who would like to translate these messages to their own language.

1. Go to Plugins > Add New
2. Click the Upload link
3. Click Browse and locate the vfb-custom-validation-messages.x.x.zip file
4. Click Install Now
5. After WordPress installs, click on the Activate Plugin link
6. Go to the Visual Form Builder > Validation Messages menu

1. 

   Settings page

How do I customize the messages for each form?

The plugin will customize the default messages for all forms.

If you require customizations on a per form basis, you will need to customize the validation method yourself. Please follow this tutorial for tips.

What are the {0} and {1} placeholders?

These are special keys within certain validation messages that will display a number. When indicated, you should ensure your message includes the placeholders.

Version 1.2 – Jan 28, 2014

• Add rangelength, minlength, and maxlength (Pro only)
• Remove call to screen options icon

Version 1.1 – Apr 18, 2013

• Only print script if jQuery Validation plugin has been output on page

Version 1.0 – April 16, 2013

• Plugin launch!