There are three modes of input that can be selected when the project files are generated. The mode chosen affects the visual look and the default actions when using the program. Some of these things can be changed by using the F9 key to invoke the "View options" dialog box.
This should done using Companion Input.
Paper mode is used to enter documents (usually questionnaires) into a data file. It is also used to verify data by entering questionnaires a second time and comparing the two copies of each question.
This mode is optimised for keyboard entry although the mouse can still be used if preferred.
When this mode is used, most of the features are shown on the Data window including the [Data] menu and toolbar at the top, the list of entries on the left, and the history window on the right.
When not entering or verifying questionnaires the menu and toolbar can be used to perform other tasks, see section Data window.
This mode is optimised for rapid input of data and the program moves on to the next entry as soon as data is entered for a question.
This should done using Companion Input.
CAPI (Computer Assisted Personal Interview) mode is used when respondents will be entering data themselves. This may be done in hall tests, within companies by employees, and in the street using a Tablet PC.
This mode is optimised for mouse entry although the keyboard can still be used if preferred.
Only the necessary features are shown on the Data window.
When no more questionnaires are to be entered the program terminates.
This mode is optimised for ease of use, the Data window is uncluttered, and the program does not move on to the next question until requested.
This mode is similar to CAPI mode but also allows appointments to be made. This mode can also use sample and quota control facilities when the project files are created by QPSMR CATI.
This mode is optimised for mouse entry although the keyboard can still be used if preferred.
Only the necessary features are shown on the Data window.
When no more questionnaires are to be entered the program terminates.
This mode is optimised for ease of use so that the interviewer can concentrate on the phone conversation, the Data window is uncluttered, and the program does not move on to the next question until requested.
This can be selected to practise input without saving any data. It should also be used for testing the questionnaire set-up and routing.
This means that a questionnaire is being entered.
In a Paper mode project the user can elect to verify previously entered questionnaires. The input is the same as in Paper mode except that if any differences are found between this entry and the earlier entry a dialog box appears and the user has to choose whether the older input was correct or the newer one is correct.
In a Paper mode project the user can elect to change the contents of previously entered questionnaires.