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Use a question theme

About question themes

A question theme is a variant of a question type with its own look. In the editor, question themes are listed with the question types: for example List image select (Radio) and Single choice buttons under Single choice, Multiple choice buttons and Image select multiple choice under Multiple choice.

A question theme changes one question. To change the look of the whole survey, use the theme options of the survey.

Use a question theme

  1. In the editorial area, select the question.
  2. On the Simple tab of the question settings, click Type.
  3. Pick the question theme, for example Single choice buttons. To find it faster, type its name into the search field.

The list of question types opened from Type, with four areas numbered 1 to 4

  1. Type in the question settings opens the list.
  2. The search field finds a question type or theme by its name.
  3. Question themes of Single choice: List image select (Radio) and Single choice buttons.
  4. Question themes of Multiple choice: Multiple choice buttons and Image select multiple choice.

Manage question themes

Administrators find the question themes of the survey site under Configuration > Advanced > Themes, on the Question themes tab. The list has one entry for each question type plus the variants. Extends shows the code of the question type a variant builds on, for example L for List (radio). Visibility switches each theme On or Off.

  • To uninstall question themes, select them and click Uninstall.
  • To install a question theme, click Upload & install at the top of the Themes page and select the theme ZIP file, up to 40 MB.

Next steps

FAQ

Does a question theme change the whole survey?

No. A question theme changes one question. To change the look of the whole survey, use the theme options.

Why can't I find a question theme in the list?

Check its Visibility on the Question themes tab under Configuration > Advanced > Themes. Visibility switches each theme on or off.

Can I install my own question theme?

Yes. Click Upload & install at the top of the Themes page and select the theme ZIP file, up to 40 MB.

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