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Simple input

Collect a short value in a defined format.

What it does

Receive short text, a number, date or email in one field.

When to use it

When the answer is a value, such as purchase count, rather than an explanation.

Before you begin
  • Choose the appropriate format and explain the unit.

See how it works

Guided tutorial

Read each step and choose Play to hear the explanation while following the screen.

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Ask for a value

What to doEdit question

Real screens with demo data

Ask for a value

In Build, click Add block and choose Simple field. Specify the quantity you need. Fill in the example below.

  • How many online purchases did you make in the last 30 days?

An example to try

How many online purchases did you make in the last 30 days?

What you see in results

  • Read values in answers and exports.
  • Email format does not verify that the person controls that address.

Avoid these mix-ups

  • Do not request a long account in a simple input.
  • Ask for personal identifiers only when necessary for the research.