When should I use an instruction block?

The instruction block shows the respondent a short message and asks nothing in return. Use it to set the scene before they begin, or to hand off between sections so they know what is coming next.

When to reach for it

Reach for an instruction block when you need to say something to the respondent rather than ask them something. A welcome at the start, a note about what the next few tasks involve, or a short break between two parts of a study all fit here. It does not ask for an answer, but results record whether respondents continued and how long they spent on it.

If you actually want an answer, pick a question block instead. For an open-ended reply use Open text, and to gather who the respondent is at the start use the Intake form.

Good to know

The respondent reads the message, presses Continue, and moves on. You can set a heading and the body text, and you can change the label on the Continue button if a different word fits your study better.