Data labels in CSL

For example, to get the answer to the 'Number of employees' question, use this variable:

{{respondent.questions.numberEmployees}}

This variable is stable. If you insert a new question somewhere in the survey then the variable using the question number is no longer correct, since the question would have a new number. By using the data label, the variable does not change.

When using CSL or survey variables, only use data labels to refer to questions.

Data labels in raw data

When you download the raw data of your survey in Excel or SPSS, you will see that each column header contains your entire question. If a question changes or moves, then the column header would also change.

To keep the header the same, you can use data labels. A data label can only be used once in a survey, so it is unique. The data labels are also included when retrieving data through the API.

Since data labels are shorter, the text also fits in the standard column width and is no longer cut off.

Adding a question data label