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Checklist Question Types Explained

Understand each question type and when to use them

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Question Types Reference

Rounds supports several question types, each suited for different purposes.

Yes/No Questions

Best for: Quick compliance checks, binary decisions

Example uses:

  • "Is the area clean?"

  • "Are all lights working?"

  • "Was the door locked?"

    • Features:

  • Simple toggle or buttons

  • Can set "preferred" answer (e.g., Yes is expected)

  • Supports follow-up if answer is unexpected

    • Multiple Choice

    Best for: Selecting from predefined options

    Example uses:

  • "Cleanliness level: Poor / Fair / Good / Excellent"

  • "Equipment status: Working / Needs repair / Out of service"

  • "Traffic level: Low / Medium / High"

    • Features:

  • Define 2-10 options

  • Single or multi-select

  • Can set preferred/expected answers

    • Text Response

    Best for: Detailed observations, notes, readings

    Example uses:

  • "Describe any issues found"

  • "Enter meter reading"

  • "Notes for next shift"

    • Features:

  • Single line or multi-line

  • Optional character limit

  • Can be required or optional

    • Number Input

    Best for: Measurements, counts, readings

    Example uses:

  • "Temperature reading"

  • "Visitor count"

  • "Inventory quantity"

    • Features:

  • Set min/max valid range

  • Decimal support

  • Alert if outside expected range

    • Photo Capture

    Best for: Visual documentation, before/after proof

    Example uses:

  • "Photo of entrance"

  • "Capture any damage"

  • "Document completed work"

    • Features:

  • Capture from camera or upload

  • Multiple photos per question

  • Automatic timestamp and GPS

  • Stored securely with submission

    • Signature

    Best for: Acknowledgment, verification, handover

    Example uses:

  • "Supervisor approval"

  • "Staff acknowledgment"

  • "Customer sign-off"

    • Features:

  • Digital signature capture

  • Stored as image

  • Time-stamped

    • Choosing the Right Type

    | Need | Recommended Type |
    |------|-----------------|
    | Quick yes/no check | Yes/No |
    | Rating or level | Multiple Choice |
    | Open-ended feedback | Text |
    | Measurement/count | Number |
    | Visual proof | Photo |
    | Formal acknowledgment | Signature |

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