What is the function of a conditional field?

A conditional field is designed to control visibility for certain recipients based on the specific conditions set in the document. In a DocuSign envelope, this type of field allows senders to specify when a field should be shown or hidden depending on input from the recipients or the status of other fields. For example, if a recipient selects a particular option from a dropdown or checkbox, a conditional field can reveal additional questions or requests for signatures that pertain to that selection.

This capability enables a more tailored and relevant signing experience for each recipient while ensuring that they only see fields that are pertinent to them based on their previous inputs or the context of the document. By restricting visibility in this way, it helps streamline the signing process and enhances the overall user experience, making it easier for recipients to navigate through the document.

In contrast, the other options mentioned do not align with the functional purpose of conditional fields. Envelope size is determined by the content and number of pages, expiration dates relate to the overall envelope lifecycle, and limiting signatures pertains to the number of signatures required, which are unrelated to the visibility control that conditional fields provide.