How to Add Fields in Docusign
- George Apostolov
How to Add Fields in Docusign: step-by-step guide
Start a new document by clicking 'Start'.
Upload the document you want to use by clicking the 'Upload' button.
Enter the email addresses of the recipients.
Add email subject and message to your email.
Click 'Next' to access the document editor.
You can now start adding fields in your DocuSign. Drag and drop fields like signature, date, or text from the left sidebar onto the document.
Click on each field to adjust its properties
Review your document, then click 'Send' to distribute it for signing.
These steps will help you add fields to your documents in DocuSign effectively.
Quick answer: To add fields in DocuSign, start a new document, upload your file, enter recipient details, add a subject and message, and click Next. Then, drag and drop fields from the sidebar onto the document, adjust their properties, and click Send to distribute it.
About this DocuSign tutorial
Easily insert signatures, dates, and text fields into your documents using DocuSign by following these step-by-step instructions. This guide shows how to add Fields in Docusign in 9 steps, starting with "Start a new document by clicking 'Start'" and finishing with "These steps will help you add fields to your documents in DocuSign effectively". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real DocuSign interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add Fields in Docusign?
9 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your DocuSign data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under DocuSign. Related guides: How to Add Witness Signature in DocuSign, How to Change Initials in DocuSign and How to Change Signature in Docusign. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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