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How Do I Upload My Survey Data Into AddMaple

To upload your survey data into AddMaple, follow these steps:

  1. Supported File Types: Prepare your survey data file in one of the supported formats:

    • CSV
    • Excel (.xlsx, .xls)
    • SPSS (.sav)
    • Exports from most survey tools like Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey, Typeform, Google Forms

    No reformatting is required before upload.

  2. Start a New Project:

    • Sign in to AddMaple.
    • Go to the "New Project" page.

  3. Select Your Data File:

    • Click "Select a file from your computer".
    • Choose your survey data file (CSV, Excel, SPSS, etc.) from your local drive.
    • Alternatively, you can upload from a URL or connect directly to Typeform.

  4. Automatic Data Processing:

    • AddMaple will scan your file headers and sample data.
    • It automatically assigns column types (numeric, categorical, multi-select, text, date, boolean).
    • It merges columns that belong to one question but were exported as multiple columns (common in single-select and multi-select questions).
    • It groups related columns (e.g., Likert scales).
    • Generates readable names for merged/grouped items.

  5. Review and Adjust Columns (Optional):

    • Open Manage columns to review how AddMaple interpreted your data.
    • You can rename columns, change types, merge or unmerge columns, group or ungroup columns, and hide/unhide columns.
    • This step is useful if your survey export is messy or if you want to customize data presentation.

  6. Explore Your Data:

    • Once uploaded and processed, you can start exploring your data with pivots, filters, and charts.

Notes:

  • Your data is processed locally in your browser and is never uploaded to AddMaple's servers.
  • SPSS .sav files can be opened directly without needing SPSS software.

This process is designed to get you analyzing your survey data quickly and easily without needing to reformat or preprocess your files manually.

For detailed examples and screenshots, see the "Importing and Preparing Data in AddMaple" and "Analyze Your Data From A File" guides in the documentation .

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