Hello! By the end of this video you will understand: what piped text is, how to add it to your survey, and different ways of using Piped Text.
FAQ for Piped Text
What is piped text?
Piped text is a line of code that pulls information from different areas of the survey and displays it to the respondent. This allows you to create dynamic, personalized survey experiences.
What are some common uses for piped text?
Common examples include:
- Piping from a previous question
- Geo IP location (city, state/region, country)
- Date & time
- Random number generator
What other sources can piped text pull from?
In addition to the examples above, piped text can also pull information from:
- Embedded data
- Scoring categories
- Contact lists
- Loop & merge
- Quotas
Adding Piped Text to Your Survey
How do I pipe text from a previous question?
- Go to the question where you want to add piped text.
- Select the question and delete the word you want to replace.
- Click the Piped Text button.
- Select Survey Question.
- Specify which question you want to pipe from.
- Click Selected Choices.
Now, when a respondent answers the first question, the code will automatically pipe in the selected choice into subsequent questions.
Can I add piped text using the Rich Content Editor?
Yes! If you're using the Rich Content Editor to write your questions, you can insert piped text by clicking the piped text button in the editor toolbar.
Piping Location, Date/Time, and Random Numbers
How do I pipe in the respondent's location?
- Click the Piped Text button.
- Select Geo IP Location.
- Choose from the available options:
- City
- State or Region
- Country
How do I pipe in the current date or time?
- Click the Piped Text button.
- Select Date/Time.
- Choose either the current date (when the respondent takes the survey) or a completely different date.
- Select one of the many date formats available.
How do I pipe in a random number?
- Click the Piped Text button.
- Select Random Value.
- Choose from:
- Integer (whole numbers)
- Decimal (numbers with decimal points)
- Boolean (true/false values)
For example, if you want a randomly generated 4-digit number, select the integer option and specify the range.
Testing Your Piped Text
How do I verify that piped text is working correctly?
Preview your survey to ensure all piped text displays as expected. Check that:
- Previous question answers appear correctly in subsequent questions
- Location data displays accurately
- Date/time formats appear as intended
- Random numbers generate within your specified parameters
