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Using a short text question

Learn how to create a short text RSVP question where guests type a brief answer in a single-line text field (Standard or Pro plan).

Using a short text question

Learn how to create a short text RSVP question where guests type a brief answer in a single-line text field (Standard or Pro plan).
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Short text questions give guests a simple text field to type a brief answer. They're perfect for open-ended questions that need just a few words.
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Plan requirement: Standard or Pro plan
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When to use short text

Use short text when you want a brief, open-ended answer:
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  • Song requests - "Any song requests for the dance floor?"

  • Accommodation - "Where are you staying?"

  • Honeymoon suggestions - "Where should we go on our honeymoon?"

Short text works best when the answer is a word or short phrase. For longer responses like messages or advice, use long text instead.
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How it appears to guests

Guests see your question with a single-line text field below it. They can type their answer directly into the field. There's no character limit, but the field is designed for brief responses.
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Setting up a short text question

  1. Go to RSVP > Questions

  2. Click Add new question

  3. Select Short text as the type

  4. Enter your question title

  5. Configure additional settings

  6. Click Add question

Configuration options

Description - Add optional helper text below the question. For example, "We'd love to add your favorite songs to our playlist!" gives guests context for a song request.
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Required - Set whether guests must answer before submitting their RSVP.
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Per household or per guest - Ask once per household or once per individual guest. Song requests work well per guest, while accommodation questions might work better per household.
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Link to event - Link this question to a specific event if it only applies to certain guests.
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Tips

Make the question specific. "Any song requests?" is clearer than "Anything you'd like to share?" Specific questions get better answers.
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Use the description for context. If you're asking about accommodation, you could add "We have room blocks at the Grand Hotel and Seaside Inn" in the description.
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Keep it optional when possible. Not every guest will have a song request or suggestion. Making it optional reduces friction.
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