35 Question Types Explained: Picking the Right One
Sayify supports 35 powerful question and response types. That is more than most form builders, and significantly more than any other voice-first platform. But having 35 options means nothing if you do not know which one to use when.
This guide breaks down every question type, explains when to use it, and gives you practical examples so you can pick the right one for your form without guessing.
🎤 Voice & Media
These are the question types that make Sayify different from every other form builder.
1. Voice
Record a voice answer with configurable max duration. When AI Evaluation is enabled, Sayify automatically transcribes the recording and analyzes sentiment.
When to use it: Any time you want qualitative feedback with emotional context. Support feedback, exit interviews, and testimonial requests.
2. Voice with Text Fallback
Same as Voice, but shows both a record button and a text area. The respondent picks whichever they prefer.
When to use it: When you want voice responses but cannot require them. Great for accessibility-sensitive surveys.
3. Video Response
Record a video answer using the device camera. Produces a video file with optional AI transcription.
When to use it: Testimonial collection, video bug reports, and product demos.
4. Video Prompt
Show a video before asking a question. You speak directly to the respondent before they answer.
When to use it: Setting the stage for complex questions, welcoming users to the form, or providing a tutorial.
5. Audio Prompt
Play an audio clip before asking.
When to use it: Language testing, audio quality reviews, or giving instructions without requiring screen attention.
6. File Upload
Accept file uploads from respondents.
When to use it: Resume collection, screenshot submission for bug reports, or signed agreement submissions.
📚 Text & Numbers
7. Short Text
A single-line text field for brief answers.
When to use it: Names, titles, one-line answers, quick details.
8. Long Text
A multi-line text area for detailed written responses.
When to use it: Open-ended written feedback and additional context fields.
9. Number
Numeric-only input with optional constraints (min, max, step).
When to use it: Quantities, budgets, ages, scores, or any exact numerical data.
✅ Choice & Selection
10. Multiple Choice
Single or multi-select options. Can include an "Other" write-in field.
When to use it: Product preferences, satisfaction categories, or feature selections.
11. Dropdown
A compact select menu that functions the same as multiple choice but saves space.
When to use it: When your option list is long (10+ items) like departments or product categories.
12. Yes / No
A simple binary choice with customizable labels.
When to use it: True/false questions or simple agreements.
13. Image/Video Cards
Visual card-based selection with images in a grid layout.
When to use it: Design preference surveys, visual A/B testing, or product selection.
14. Country
A standardized dropdown list of all countries.
When to use it: International shipping, demographic surveys, or regional routing.
📊 Rating & Scale
15. Rating Scale
Classic star or icon rating input.
When to use it: Overall satisfaction and experience ratings.
16. Opinion Scale
A labeled numeric scale, typically 0 to 10.
When to use it: Agreement scales ("How much do you agree?") or likelihood scales.
17. Net Promoter Score (NPS)
The industry-standard 0 to 10 loyalty metric with built-in classification.
When to use it: Customer loyalty measurement and employee satisfaction (eNPS).
18. Slider
A visual numeric range slider.
When to use it: Selecting a budget range, age range, or visual percentage adjustment.
19. Ranking
Drag-and-drop ordering of items to show preference.
When to use it: Feature prioritization and preference ranking.
20. Matrix
A multi-row, multi-column grid where items are evaluated against the same criteria.
When to use it: Multi-factor evaluations and complex performance reviews.
📋 Structured & Contact
21. Contact Info
A composite field that collects first name, last name, email, phone, and company in one block.
When to use it: Lead qualification forms and fast registration flows.
22. Email
A validated email address field.
When to use it: Follow-up contact collection and newsletter signups.
23. Phone Number
A validated international phone number field.
When to use it: SMS follow-ups and sales callbacks.
24. Address
Structured location input with separate fields for street, city, state, postal code, and country.
When to use it: Shipping addresses and service area qualification.
25. Website URL
A validated URL input field.
When to use it: Portfolio links, company website collection, or social profiles.
📅 Time & Scheduling
26. Date
A calendar date picker.
When to use it: Booking windows, deadlines, and event dates.
27. Time
Specific time selection picker.
When to use it: Incident reporting times and exact preference windows.
28. Scheduling
Embed a Calendly link (or any booking tool URL) directly inside the form.
When to use it: Lead qualification (book a demo) and consultation booking.
💡 Help, Guidance & Presentational
29. Statement
A text display block with no input required.
When to use it: Section dividers, instructions, and context-setting.
30. Help Block
Contextual guidance for respondents that stands out visually.
When to use it: Explaining complex terms or providing an example answer before a difficult question.
⚡ Workflow & Advanced
31. Legal / Consent
A mandatory acceptance checkbox.
When to use it: Terms of service acceptance and privacy policy consent.
32. Signature
A digital canvas signature pad.
When to use it: Contracts, waivers, and official sign-offs directly in the form.
33. Question Group
Group multiple related fields together under one collapsible or bordered section.
When to use it: Organizing complex multi-part questions visually.
34. Payment
Stripe checkout integration to collect money inline.
When to use it: Paid consultations, event ticketing, and product orders.
35. Calculated Field
Auto-compute values based on answers from other fields using formulas.
When to use it: Price quoting, scorecard tallying, and dynamic assessments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mix different question types in one form?
Yes. You can combine any of the 35 question types freely within a single form. There is no limit.
Do all question types work on mobile?
Yes. Every question type is fully responsive and works beautifully on phone, tablet, and desktop browsers.
Do voice and video questions work without downloading an app?
Yes. Recording happens directly in the browser using the device microphone and camera. No app downloads or account creation needed.
Which question types support AI analysis?
Voice and Video question types support AI Evaluation, which includes transcription, sentiment analysis, and keyword extraction. Text-based questions also go through sentiment analysis when AI features are enabled.
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