This article explains how to use the Print version feature in the Questionnaire editor of EFS. It covers the purpose of the print version, its configuration, and various display options available to users.
Print version Overview
- The entire contents of the questionnaire will be displayed in a neutral print design which is independent of the layout settings you selected. For EFS 9.1, the print design has been overhauled. In particular, the content is now arranged more clearly and the questions are aligned on the left hand.
- In multilingual projects, you can specify the display language of the questionnaire.
- Optionally, the page ID can be displayed as a clickable link: It takes you directly tothe page view of the questionnaire editor.
- Another optionally-displayed link (L) allows you to switch directly to the language editor.
- Additional information such as filters or pretest comments can be displayed as well, if necessary.
The “Responsive layout” question types newly introduced from EFS 10.0 onwards are mapped to their basic question types. I.e. “Single response list with icons” and “Star rating” are displayed like a vertical single response list, and the “Responsive layout” slider is displayed as a question type 911.
Configuring the Print Version
Please proceed as follows:
- Click on the menu item Projects → {Selected project} → Print version.
- This will prompt a new window with a printer-friendly HTML version of the questionnaire.
- In multilingual projects, you can specify the language and confirm your selection by clicking on Save settings.
- Optionally, you can select various additional information and activate their display by clicking on Save settings.
- Click on the Print icon.
Display Options in Detail
Optionally, you can select the following additional options and display them by clicking on Save settings.
| Option | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Print options | Usually, the sections “Display options” and “Information on survey x” are not included when printing the questionnaire. If necessary, these sections may be included. |
| Show internal links | Optionally, the page ID can be displayed as a clickable link to the page view of the questionnaire editor. Furthermore, an L link allows you to switch directly to the language editor. |
| Show filters / plausibility checks / triggers | The conditions are displayed. |
| Enable randomization of answer options | The answer options are displayed in a random sequence in the print version. |
| Show pretest comments / to-dos | Pre-test comments or to-dos are displayed. |
FAQ
How does the Print version handle responsive layout question types?
Responsive layout question types introduced from EFS 10.0 onwards are mapped to their basic question types in the Print version. For example, “Single response list with icons” and “Star rating” are displayed like a vertical single response list, while the “Responsive layout” slider is displayed as a question type 911.
Can I include the Print version settings in the printed document?
Yes, you can choose to include the “Display options” and “Information on survey x” sections when printing by selecting the “Print options” setting.