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How to Use the Spread to Column Option in Forms and Surveys

Discover the new "Spread to Column" feature in Stack, designed to enhance the presentation of your forms and surveys. This feature allows you to arrange radio buttons, radio images, and checkboxes into multiple columns, improving both aesthetics and functionality.

How to Use the Spread to Column Feature​

  1. Open Your Form or Survey Builder
    Start by navigating to the form or survey you wish to edit.

  2. Select the Field
    Click on the field you want to modify. This can be a Radio, Checkbox, or Radio Image field.

  3. Enable the Spread to Column Option
    In the settings panel on the right, toggle on the "Spread to Column" option.

  4. Set the Number of Columns
    Choose how many columns you want to distribute your options across.

Key Features and Benefits​

Improved Styling​

  • Visually Appealing Forms:
    By distributing options into columns, your forms will look more organized and professional.

Enhanced User Experience​

  • Ease of Navigation:
    A well-structured form makes it easier for respondents to understand and select their choices, improving overall usability.

Important Notes​

  • Column Limits:

    • In Single Column mode, you can have up to 5 columns.
    • In Two Column mode, the limit is 2 columns.
    • In Single Line Column mode, the maximum is 5 columns.

  • Compatibility:
    This feature does not alter the layout of existing forms created before its implementation.

Take advantage of the "Spread to Column" feature to create clean, efficient, and user-friendly forms and surveys with Stack.