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Common Misconception About Form Design:Forms are often undervalued despite their crucial role in user interactions.Many UX professionals and budget holders fail to see the value in investing in form improvements.Poorly designed forms can lead to high error rates, inefficiency, and user frustration.Digitizing a bad form doesn't fix its inherent issues; it just transfers them to a new medium.Impact of AI and Modern Technologies:AI and machine learning have been integrated into form design since the early '90s, with technologies like OCR.These technologies have improved but still face significant limitations, especially in understanding context.AI should assist rather than replace human judgment in form design, ensuring critical nuances are captured.The balance between automation and human intervention is crucial for effective form design.Strategies for Ensuring User-Friendly Forms:Conduct usability testing by observing users in real-time as they fill out forms.Focus on where users direct their attention and ide