Multi-column layouts help you maximize paper space and create more compact surveys. This feature works particularly well for short questions or when you have many similar items to present.

Creating multi-column layouts

1. Add a Multi-Column question type

   • Click "Add Question" in the survey builder
   • Select "Multi-Column" from the question types
   • This creates a container for your columned questions

   

2. Configure your columns

   • Specify how many questions should be included in the Multi-Column layout. You may enter 1000 to include all of the questions in the multi-column layout.
   • Add your questions within the multi-column container
   • Questions automatically flow into the specified column layout

   

Best use cases

Multi-column layouts work best for:

• Yes/No questions
• Short demographic questions
• Checkbox lists with brief labels
• Rating scales with few options
• Quick screening questions

Design considerations

• Keep questions short - Long text breaks the column flow
• Use consistent question types - Mixing types can look cluttered
• Test readability - Ensure text remains legible when compressed
• Consider response space - Leave adequate room for handwritten answers

Tips for success

• Preview your layout before printing
• Group related questions in the same multi-column section
• Use standard columns (not multi-column) for complex questions
• Balance visual density with respondent ease

Multi-column layouts can reduce your survey from multiple pages to a single sheet, saving printing costs and improving completion rates.