# Introduction (https://dev.tradieforms.com.au/docs/introduction)

Tradie Forms turns trade paperwork into online forms you fill in one section at a time. Pick a template, work through the sections on your phone or computer, check the preview, then download the finished PDF.

It is built for Australian tradies who need the paperwork done on site, not later from a flat PDF.

## What you can fill [#what-you-can-fill]

Tradie Forms supports three kinds of paperwork:

| Type                  | What it is for                              | Examples                                               |
| --------------------- | ------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------ |
| **Compliance**        | Official certificates, notices, and reports | QLD plumbing forms, NT gas notices, ACMA cabling forms |
| **Daily operational** | Job paperwork for your crew or office       | Site notes, checklists, pre-start style forms          |
| **Customer**          | PDFs you hand to the client                 | Completion, sign-off, acceptance, job records          |

Most public templates are regulator compliance forms. NSW site safety records and other operational templates are in the library too. You can also [request a template](https://dev.tradieforms.com.au/docs/features/custom-forms) for a public template suggestion or a private template for your business.

## What every template does [#what-every-template-does]

Every template in your library:

- Breaks the form into practical sections
- Shows progress and validation warnings
- Saves as you work
- Lets you preview the finished PDF before download
- Maps your answers onto the PDF layout for that template

Some templates also support saved details, address search, ABN lookup, in-form licence search, signatures, diagrams, photos, email actions, submission portal links, import from ServiceM8, Fergus, or Xero, or **Fill with AI** on a paid plan. Paid plans can also share a completed PDF or request a signature with an expiring link. The **Tools** area includes Licence check and everyday PDF tools on a paid plan.

> **Warning**
>
> Tradie Forms helps you prepare paperwork. You remain responsible for checking the PDF, meeting the official rules, and lodging or sending the form where required.

## How the app is organised [#how-the-app-is-organised]

After you sign in at [tradieforms.com.au/app](https://tradieforms.com.au/app), the sidebar is split into three areas:

| Area        | Pages                                         |
| ----------- | --------------------------------------------- |
| **Forms**   | Overview, Jobs, Drafts, Completed             |
| **Library** | Templates, Saved details, Presets, Tools      |
| **Account** | Settings, Account, Team, Billing, Connections |

The **New form** button and Search Search are at the top of the sidebar.

## Public templates today [#public-templates-today]

The public library currently includes <strong>69 public templates</strong>. There are no private templates in the public docs because private forms are enabled only for the account or team that requested them.

- **National:** ACMA TCA1 Attach A, ACMA TCA2 Outstanding Matters, Test and Tag Register, RCD Test Record, Emergency Lighting Test Register, Smoke Alarm Service Record, Electrical Defect Notice, Switchboard Condition Report, Solar PV Commissioning Record, EV Charger Commissioning Record, Battery Storage Commissioning Record, Job Safety Analysis, Take 5 Safety Check, Site Diary, Service Report, Job Handover, Permit to Work, and Hot Works Permit
- **NSW:** Combined Notice of Work and Certificate of Compliance, Fire Safety Certificate, Fire Safety Statement, Class B Asbestos Removal Control Plan, Mobile Crane Safety Checklist, Non-friable Asbestos Clearance Certificate (No Air Monitoring), and SafeWork NSW WHS Forms 01 through 10
- **NT:** Electrical Certificate of Compliance Addendum, Electrical Certificate of Compliance for emergency after-hours repairs, and Notification to Commence Gas Works
- **QLD:** Certificate of Testing and Compliance, plumbing Forms 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 14, and 19, building Forms 12, 15, 16, 21, 26, 30, 36, and 43, and fire hydrant and sprinkler Forms 71 and 72
- **SA:** Backflow Prevention Device Report
- **TAS:** Form 21 Certificate of Completion, Form 60 Start Work Notification, Form 71B Standard of Work Certificate, and Gratuitous Work for plumbers and gas-fitters
- **VIC:** Asbestos Removal Notification and Amendment Form, and Pesticide Application Record Sheet
- **WA:** Pest Management Business Registration Inspection

See [Form guides](https://dev.tradieforms.com.au/docs/form-guides) for section help by trade, state, and template.

- **[Quick start](https://dev.tradieforms.com.au/docs/quickstart)** - Fill your first form and download a PDF.
- **[Workspace](https://dev.tradieforms.com.au/docs/features/workspace)** - Overview, drafts, completed forms, and the app sidebar.
- **[Form guides](https://dev.tradieforms.com.au/docs/form-guides)** - Template-specific help for available forms.
- **[Billing](https://dev.tradieforms.com.au/docs/account/billing)** - Free, Solo, and Team features.
- **[Connections](https://dev.tradieforms.com.au/docs/features/integrations)** - Connect ServiceM8, Fergus, or Xero and import job details.
- **[Share links](https://dev.tradieforms.com.au/docs/features/share-links)** - Send a completed PDF or request a signature with an expiring link.
- **[Install the app](https://dev.tradieforms.com.au/docs/features/install-the-app)** - Add Tradie Forms to your phone home screen.