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FAQ: List item types in Jolt

What are list item types?

List item types are different options available when creating a list on Jolt. Each type serves a specific purpose and helps you customize your lists according to your needs. You can use a combination of these item types in your lists.

What are standard list items?

  • Checkmark: To complete the task, you need to check the box.

  • Yes/No: To complete the task, select either "Yes" or "No."

  • Signature: To complete the task, sign your name.


What are drop down list items?

  • Employee: Select an employee from the dropdown list. This option can be filtered in the Browse Lists.

  • Multiple Choice: Choose an option from the dropdown list. Templates for this type can be saved and used for other lists. See Multiple Choice Templates for more information.


What are open ended list items?

  • Free Response: Provides a space for a response with no character limit.

  • Short Entry: Allows a response with a maximum of 75 characters.


What are multimedia list items?

What are numeric list items?

  • Measurement: Enter a value using the numeric pad, Bluetooth probe, or remote temperature sensor.

  • Rating 1-5: Select a number between 1 and 5.

  • Rating 1-10: Select a number between 1 and 10.

  • Rating (Custom): Choose any numbers between 1 and 10 to display as options. This can be used in conditional display equations for measurement items.

  • Formula: Perform simple calculations using other numeric items as variables.


What are date/time list items?

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  • Date: Select a date from the calendar.

  • Time: Select a time from the clock.

  • Date-Time: Select both a date and time from the calendar/clock.

  • Stopwatch: Start and stop the stopwatch to capture the duration.


What are read only list items?

  • Text: Provides informational text that does not require completion. Useful for instructions or descriptions.

  • Subtitle: Helps categorize a group of list items without requiring task completion.


What is the sublist item?


The sublist item organizes longer lists by adding a secondary list within it. This helps reduce the size of the main list.

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