# AMAZON.FreeFormInput
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`AMAZON.FreeFormInput` can be used to capture free form input from the end user. It recognizes strings that consist of words or characters. The resolved value is the entire input utterance.

Example:

Bot: Please provide feedback from your call experience. 

User: I got the answers to all of my questions, and I was able to complete the transaction.

Note:
+ `AMAZON.FreeFormInput` can be used to capture free form input as-is from the end user.
+ `AMAZON.FreeFormInput` cannot be used in intent sample utterances.
+ `AMAZON.FreeFormInput` cannot have slot sample utterances.
+ `AMAZON.FreeFormInput` is only recognized when elicited for.
+ `AMAZON.FreeFormInput` does not support wait and continue.
+ `AMAZON.FreeFormInput` is currently not supported in the Amazon Connect Chat channel.
+ When a `AMAZON.FreeFormInput` slot is elicited, `FallbackIntent` will not be triggered.
+ When a `AMAZON.FreeFormInput` slot is elicited, there will be no intent switch.