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How to Identify SharePoint Form Types and Control Hover Cards

WPS Editor Oct 9, 2026 869 views

Question details

The user wants to know how to identify the specific form type used for a SharePoint list item and how to restrict custom JSON hover cards to display only in the normal list view.

Product: SharePoint Online
Device & OS: not provided
Scenario: Managing SharePoint list items and customizing views with JSON formatting to prevent overlap.
Observed behavior: JSON hover cards overlap with the item form when opened in standard view, and it is unclear how to identify the underlying form type for individual items.

Before you start

Ensure you have Site Owner or Full Control permissions for the SharePoint list to view list settings, modify views, and edit column JSON formatting.

Solution 1Recommended

Identify Content Types in the List View

SharePoint lists use one primary form type for the entire list rather than varying by item. To distinguish items, you should display the Content Type column.

SharePoint Online supports default SharePoint forms, Power Apps forms, and legacy InfoPath forms. However, a list applies a single form type globally. Instead of looking for different form types per item, you can identify the different content types applied to specific items.

Navigate to your SharePoint List

Open the SharePoint site and navigate to the list where you want to view item details.

Modify the List Columns

Click on 'Add column' at the far right of the column headers, then select 'Show/hide columns' from the dropdown menu.

Enable Content Type Visibility

Scroll through the list of available columns, check the box for 'Content Type', and click 'Apply'.

No Native Form Identifier: There is no out-of-the-box feature that displays exactly which form type was used for an item. The form is determined at the list or content-type level.

Solution 2

Troubleshoot and Restrict Hover Card Overlap

Because there is no built-in toggle to restrict JSON hover cards to normal mode, you must verify the code or seek Microsoft Support for advanced modifications.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can a single SharePoint list use different form types for different items?

No, a SharePoint list uses one primary form type (such as the default SharePoint form or a Power Apps custom form) for the entire list. However, individual items can utilize different Content Types.

How do I stop JSON hover cards from overlapping the list item form?

There is no built-in toggle to disable hover cards in open mode. You must apply advanced custom JSON formatting with conditional logic, use Power Apps to customize the form, or consult a developer.

What types of forms are supported natively in SharePoint Online?

SharePoint Online natively supports default SharePoint forms, custom Power Apps forms, and legacy InfoPath forms.

Where can I get help if my SharePoint JSON formatting is broken?

If your JSON formatting fails or behaves unexpectedly across different browsers, collect HAR logs and submit a support ticket through the Microsoft 365 admin center for assistance from Microsoft.

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