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Topic: Form design
How to add images to survey forms
Help Center Form design • Last updated: 26 August, 2025Yes, you can add images to your surveys including logos, product photos, diagrams, and visual instructions. Images make your surveys more engaging and help respondents understand questions better.
Note: Image functionality requires an Enterprise plan or higher.
Step-by-step guide
1. Access the Image Manager
Navigate to the Image Manager from your dashboard, or click More → Image Manager in the top menu.
2. Upload your images
- Click Upload Image or drag files into the upload area
- Supported formats: JPG, PNG, GIF
- Maximum file size: 10MB per image
- Multiple images can be uploaded at once
3. Get the image shortcode
After uploading, each image shows a shortcode like [img]filename[/img]
. Click the shortcode to copy it to your clipboard.
4. Add images to your survey
- Open your survey in the form builder
- Place your cursor where you want the image
- Paste the shortcode
- The image appears when you preview or print
Image sizing options
Quick presets
[img]my-image[/img]
- Full page width[img width=half]my-image[/img]
- 50% of page width[img width=third]my-image[/img]
- 33% of page width
Custom sizes
Specify exact dimensions in centimeters:
[img width=5 height=3]my-image[/img]
- 5cm wide × 3cm tall[img width=10]my-image[/img]
- 10cm wide (height auto-scales)
Positioning
Add center
to center any image:
[img width=5 height=3 center]my-image[/img]
Where to place images
Images can be added in multiple locations:
- Survey header - Add your logo or branding
- Question text - Show examples or visual aids
- Instructions section - Provide visual guidance
- Between questions - Break up long surveys
Tips for best results
Image preparation
- File format: PNG for logos/diagrams, JPG for photos
- File size: Optimize images to load quickly in web surveys
Design considerations
- Test print your survey to check image placement
- Leave space around images for clarity
- Ensure images don't overlap with answer boxes
- Use consistent image sizes for professional appearance
Common uses
- Branding: Company logos in headers
- Product feedback: Show items being evaluated
- Visual scales: Display rating examples (smiley faces, stars)
- Instructions: Include annotated screenshots
- Location surveys: Add maps or floor plans
- Medical forms: Show body diagrams for pain assessment
Troubleshooting
Image not showing?
- Verify the shortcode is typed correctly
- Check that the image uploaded successfully
- Ensure you're on an Enterprise plan
Image too large/small?
- Adjust the width parameter
- Use custom dimensions for precise control
Need help? Contact support@papersurvey.io with your survey link.
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