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Configuring a Horizontal Multiple Choice Question

A Horizontal Multiple Choice question allows users to select a single option from a list of choices displayed horizontally across the page.

This question type is ideal for short answer sets, such as Yes/No questions, ratings, or simple selections where all options can be easily displayed in a single row.

Adding a Horizontal Multiple Choice Question

  1. Navigate to the desired section of your form.

  2. Select Add Question.

  3. Select Horizontal Multiple Choice from the Question Type dropdown.

  4. Configure the available settings.

  5. Select Save.

Configuration Options

Question Text

The question or prompt displayed to users.

Example:

  • Are you currently enrolled in school?

  • Have you previously received this award?

  • What is your preferred communication method?

Predefined Options

Allows you to select from a predefined list of options already available within the platform.

Common Uses:

  • Yes / No

  • True / False

  • Standardized response sets

Tip: Using predefined options helps ensure consistency across forms and reduces setup time.

Question Configuration

The Question Configuration section is used to define the answer choices available to users.

To add an option:

  1. Select Add Option.

  2. Enter a Value Saved.

  3. Enter a Value Displayed.

  4. Repeat as needed for additional options.

Value Saved

The value stored within the system when the option is selected.

Example:

Value Saved

Value Displayed

Y

Yes

N

No

In this example, the system stores "Y" or "N" while displaying "Yes" or "No" to users.

Best Practice: Use short, standardized values when possible to simplify reporting.

Value Displayed

The text shown to users when making their selection.

Example:

  • Yes

  • No

  • Phone

  • Email

  • Text Message

Best Practice: Use clear, user-friendly labels that are easy to understand.

Reordering Options

Options can be reordered by dragging and dropping them into the desired sequence.

Common Uses:

  • Displaying options in a logical order

  • Placing the most common responses first

  • Organizing rating scales

Mandatory Field

Determines whether users must select an option before submitting.

Enabled

  • Users must select one option.

Disabled

  • Users may leave the question unanswered.

Required for Draft Submission

Determines whether users must select an option before saving a submission as a draft.

Enabled

  • Users cannot save a draft without making a selection.

Disabled

  • Users can save a draft and return later.

Note: This setting is typically used only when the information is required early in the application process.

Required Field Message

The message displayed when a user attempts to submit without selecting a required option.

Example Messages:

  • Please select an option.

  • A response is required before continuing.

  • This question must be completed.

Help Hover Text

Additional instructions displayed when users hover over the help icon.

Example Uses:

  • Select the option that best applies to you.

  • Choose only one response.

  • Review the options carefully before making your selection.

Best Practice: Use Help Hover Text to provide clarification when needed.

Hide Question From Reviewers

Determines whether reviewers can view the question and selected response.

Enabled

  • The question and response are hidden from reviewers.

Disabled

  • Reviewers can view the question and response.

Common Uses:

  • Internal administrative fields

  • Workflow tracking information

  • Information not required during evaluation

Hide Question From Submitters

Determines whether submitters can view the question.

Enabled

  • The question is hidden from submitters.

  • The question can still be viewed and completed by administrators, if applicable.

Disabled

  • The question is visible to submitters.

Important: When using an E-Reference question type, this setting must be enabled. E-Reference questions are intended to be completed by reference providers and should not be visible to applicants.

Common Uses:

  • E-Reference questions

  • Internal administrator-only fields

  • Workflow tracking information

  • Administrative notes

Common Use Cases

Horizontal Multiple Choice questions are commonly used for:

  • Yes / No Questions

  • True / False Questions

  • Rating Scales

  • Communication Preferences

  • Eligibility Questions

  • Agreement Confirmations

Horizontal Multiple Choice vs. Dropdown

Question Type

Best Used For

Horizontal Multiple Choice

Small sets of options that can be displayed in a single row.

Dropdown

Larger lists of options where space needs to be conserved.

If there are more than a few options available, consider using a Dropdown or Vertical Multiple Choice question instead.

Best Practices

  • Use Horizontal Multiple Choice for short lists of options.

  • Keep option labels concise so they display properly on all screen sizes.

  • Use predefined options whenever possible to maintain consistency.

  • Avoid using this question type for long answer choices.

  • Consider a Dropdown or Vertical Multiple Choice question when there are more than 4–5 options.

  • Arrange options in a logical order to improve the user experience.