Question Types
SurveyReflex offers 19 different question types to collect any kind of data. This guide explains each type and when to use it.
Question Type Categories
Questions are organized into categories:
- Choice - Multiple choice and selection questions
- Text - Open-ended text responses
- Rating - Stars and numeric ratings
- Date & Time - Date and time pickers
- Contact - Email, phone, URL inputs
- Matrix - Grid/table questions
- Display - Non-question content blocks
Choice Questions
Multiple Choice - Single Select
Respondents choose one option from a list.
Best for:
- Gender, age range questions
- Preference selections
- Single-answer questions
Features:
- Radio button interface
- Optional “Other” option
- Randomize option order
Multiple Choice - Multiple Select
Respondents can choose multiple options from a list.
Best for:
- “Select all that apply” questions
- Interest/feature selections
- Multiple preference questions
Features:
- Checkbox interface
- Optional “Other” option
- Min/max selections (optional)
Yes/No
Simple binary choice question.
Best for:
- Confirmation questions
- Simple yes/no decisions
- Filtering questions
Features:
- Clean two-button interface
- Clear visual distinction
Dropdown
Respondents select one option from a dropdown menu.
Best for:
- Long lists of options
- Country/state selection
- Saving screen space
Features:
- Compact dropdown interface
- Search within options
- Good for many choices
Text Questions
Short Text
Single-line text input for brief responses.
Best for:
- Names
- Short answers
- Single words or phrases
Features:
- Single line input
- Character limit (optional)
- Placeholder text
Long Text
Multi-line text area for detailed responses.
Best for:
- Open-ended feedback
- Detailed explanations
- Comments and suggestions
Features:
- Expandable text area
- Character limit (optional)
- Placeholder text
Rating Questions
Rating - Stars
Five-star rating scale.
Best for:
- Satisfaction ratings
- Quality ratings
- Review-style feedback
Features:
- Interactive star icons
- 1-5 scale
- Visual and intuitive
Rating - Numeric
Numeric scale rating (e.g., 1-10).
Best for:
- NPS (Net Promoter Score)
- Likelihood ratings
- Scaled responses
Features:
- Customizable scale
- Number buttons
- Clear endpoints
Date & Time Questions
Date Picker
Calendar-based date selection.
Best for:
- Birth dates
- Event dates
- Scheduling
Features:
- Calendar interface
- Date validation
- Format options
Time Picker
Time selection input.
Best for:
- Preferred contact times
- Event timing
- Scheduling
Features:
- Hour and minute selection
- 12/24 hour format
DateTime Picker
Combined date and time selection.
Best for:
- Appointment scheduling
- Event timestamps
- Specific datetime selection
Features:
- Calendar + time picker
- Full datetime value
Contact Information
Email Input
Email address with validation.
Best for:
- Contact information
- Follow-up communication
- Account creation
Features:
- Email format validation
- Auto-keyboard on mobile
- Clear error messages
Phone Input
Phone number with validation.
Best for:
- Contact numbers
- SMS communication
- Verification
Features:
- Phone format validation
- Customizable patterns
- International support
Number Input
Numeric value input.
Best for:
- Quantities
- Ages
- Numeric data
Features:
- Number-only input
- Min/max validation
- Number keyboard on mobile
URL Input
Website URL with validation.
Best for:
- Website links
- Social media profiles
- Portfolio links
Features:
- URL format validation
- Protocol handling
- Link validation
Matrix Questions
Matrix - Single Select
Grid with single selection per row.
Best for:
- Rating multiple items
- Comparing features
- Likert scales
Features:
- Rows (items) and columns (scale)
- One selection per row
- Efficient for multiple related items
Matrix - Multiple Select
Grid with multiple selections per row.
Best for:
- Multiple attributes per item
- Complex comparisons
- Feature mappings
Features:
- Rows and columns
- Multiple selections per row
- Checkbox interface
Display Elements
Section Header
Visual divider with title.
Best for:
- Organizing survey sections
- Breaking up long surveys
- Introducing new topics
Features:
- Section title
- Optional description
- No response collected
Plain Text Block
Informational text display.
Best for:
- Instructions
- Information sharing
- Context setting
Features:
- Rich text support
- No response collected
- Flexible content
Question Type Summary
| Type | Input | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple Choice (Single) | Radio buttons | Single selection |
| Multiple Choice (Multiple) | Checkboxes | Multi-selection |
| Yes/No | Two buttons | Binary choice |
| Dropdown | Select menu | Long option lists |
| Short Text | Text input | Brief responses |
| Long Text | Text area | Detailed responses |
| Rating - Stars | 5 stars | Satisfaction |
| Rating - Numeric | Number scale | NPS, likelihood |
| Date Picker | Calendar | Dates |
| Time Picker | Time select | Times |
| DateTime Picker | Both | Full timestamps |
| Email input | Contact email | |
| Phone | Phone input | Contact phone |
| Number | Number input | Quantities |
| URL | URL input | Links |
| Matrix (Single) | Grid + radio | Multiple ratings |
| Matrix (Multiple) | Grid + checkbox | Complex ratings |
| Section Header | Display only | Organization |
| Plain Text | Display only | Information |