Understanding Question Types in MyAbseil Forms

MyAbseil allows administrators to build custom digital forms by adding different types of questions. Each question type serves a different purpose depending on the type of information you want technicians to provide.

This guide explains all available question types, how to add them to a form, how to assign them to sections (headers), and how to reorder questions using drag & drop.

Question Configuration Fields

When creating a new question, the following fields are available:

• Input Type
  Select the type of response the user will provide.
• Question Text
  The question or instruction displayed to the technician.
• Help Text
  Optional supporting guidance to help the user understand what information is required.
• Mandatory
  When enabled, the question must be completed before the form can be submitted.
• Parent
  Allows you to assign the question to a specific Header (section).
• Save
  Adds the question to the form.
• Cancel
  Closes the editor without saving.

Available Question Types

Header (Section)

Used to create sections within the form to organise questions.

Purpose

• Groups related questions together
• Improves readability for technicians completing the form
• Acts as a parent container for other questions

Key Notes

• Does not require user input
• Used only for structure and organisation

Yes / No Question

A simple selection question where the user chooses one option.

Available responses

• Yes
• No
• Not Applicable (N/A)

Purpose

• Quick confirmation checks
• Compliance or safety confirmations

Short Answer

Allows the user to enter a short text response.

Purpose

• Small pieces of information
• References or identifiers

Examples

• RAMS reference number
• Permit number
• Equipment ID

Input type

• Short text field only
• No images

Free Text Question

Allows the user to provide detailed written responses.

Purpose

• Descriptions
• Observations
• Reports or notes

Input capabilities

• Long text input
• Photo attachments

This is commonly used for documenting conditions, issues, or detailed briefings.

Checklist

Allows users to select multiple items from a predefined list.

Purpose

• Confirming multiple checks
• Selecting equipment or safety controls

Users can select multiple options.

Text Description

This field displays information only.

Purpose

• Provide instructions or safety information
• Display content that the user cannot edit

Key characteristics

• Read-only
• No user input required

High Resolution Image Upload

Allows the user to upload a high-resolution photo.

Purpose

• Visual documentation
• Evidence of site conditions
• Equipment inspection photos

Input type

• Image upload only
• No text input