Recode values are assigned in the order the answer choices are created. Before you start collecting responses, these values will reset to always be in sequential order as long as you don’t lock the values by selecting the Recode Values checkbox in the Recode Values menu.
After you collect your first response, the recode values won’t automatically update to be in a sequential order so as to protect your collected data.
So, if you make three options—we’ll say Red, Yellow, and Blue—your recode values initially are 1, 2, and 3. If you delete Yellow and add Orange, Orange is the fourth option and has a recode value of 4. Your recode values are now 1, 3, and 4. If you move Red so that it’s the last listed option, your recode values are now 3, 4, and 1.
To edit a question’s recode values,
- Click on the Question Options gear.
- Choose Recode Values.
- Select the Recode Values checkbox.
- Change the number values that appear next to each answer choice option.
Note that you can change the recode values at any time without affecting your data. You will see the updated values the next time you download your data or view your results.
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