What types of questions can be asked?
There are 4 types of questions that can be asked and they include:
- Text
Useful when you need candidates to provide a short written response in their own words. Best for collecting specific details that don’t fit into predefined options.
Example: “Please provide the name of your emergency contact.” - Dropdown
Useful when there are a limited number of predefined answers. Ensures consistency of responses and prevents typos or unclear entries.
Example: “Preferred shift pattern” → Options: Day shifts, Night shifts, Weekend only. - Date
Useful when you need candidates to select a specific date. Useful for availability, compliance, or scheduling.
Example: “What is the earliest date you are available to start work?” - Checkbox
Useful when candidates may need to select one yes/no style question. Works well for confirmations or acceptance.
Example: “Please confirm the are happy for us to completed a DBS Check?”
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