Search() function with external CSV file

Hi @percezione,

Try using the search search() function under the appearance as shown in the image below:

Image 1 (survey tab):
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Image 2 (choices tab):
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Image 3 (csv file):


Note: in your dataset you will see 1 if you select Apple, 2 if you select Watermelon and so on. However, if you wish to see Apple, Watermelon etc. simply type Apple, Watermelon under the name as well.

Steps:

  • Finalize your survey forms as shown in image 1 & 2.
  • Finalize your choices list (for the csv file) as shown in image 3.
  • Upload your survey xlsform in KoBoToolbox.
  • Deploy your survey project.
  • Upload your csv file (SETTINGS>Media>Add Document).

Reference Files:
search search().xlsx (12.6 KB)
fruits.csv (522 Bytes)

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