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Advanced Format TXT files in Qualtrics are used primarily for importing survey structures, such as questions, choices, and basic configurations. They provide an efficient way to structure and import surveys, especially for those who prefer working with raw code or need to create surveys in bulk. Whereas the format supports a wide range of question types and settings, it is important to note that advanced logic (e.g., skip patterns or display logic) must still be added post-import in the Qualtrics platform.

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Overview

• Purpose of Advanced TXT Format:

  • It’s used to define the core structure of a survey, including question text, types, answer choices, and basic settings.

  • While highly flexible for survey design, it doesn’t support direct inclusion of advanced logic like skip patterns or branching.

• Implementation of Advanced Logic:

  • After importing the TXT file into Qualtrics, you can use the Survey Flow and other tools in the Qualtrics platform to add branching, randomization, and display logic.

  • Example: Adding a branch to show Question 3 only if Question 2's answer equals "Yes" must be configured post-import.

• Syntax in Advanced TXT:

  • Each question component is explicitly defined with [[...]] tags.

  • Tags are tightly formatted (no spaces inside [[ and ]]).

  • Tags follow a hierarchical structure:

    • Question definition ([[Question:Type]])

    • Choices ([[Choices]])

    • Settings (e.g., [[Required]], [[TextValidation]])

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The Advanced TXT format offers a powerful way to structure surveys in Qualtrics, allowing for flexibility in defining question types, layouts, and settings. While it doesn’t support advanced logic directly in the file, Qualtrics’ platform allows for easy addition of logic and flow customization after importing the survey. By mastering the use of tags and multi-type options, you can create complex and customized surveys efficiently.

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Special thanks to Charles GPT for helping organize and refine this article.