---
title: "Single Select"
description:
  "Single select questions allow respondents to select one answer from a list"
icon: "list"
---

Single select questions allow respondents to select one answer from a list. Displays a title and a list of radio buttons for the respondent to choose from.

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## Elements

![Overview of Single Select question type](/images/xm-and-surveys/core-features/question-type/select-single.webp)

### Title

Add a clear title to inform the respondent what information you are asking for.

### Description

Provide an optional description with further instructions.

### Options

The list of answers the respondent can choose from.

### Additional Actions

- Add "Other": Adds an "Other" option to allow respondents to enter a custom answer. This will show two inputs, one for the label text and one for the placeholder.

- Convert to Multiple Select: Converts the question to a multiple select question. This will show checkboxes instead of radio buttons.

- Order dropdown: Allows you to choose the order in which the options are displayed.
  - Keep current order: Options will be displayed in the order you added them.
  - Randomize all: Options will be displayed in a random order.
  - Randomize all except last option: Options will be displayed in a random order, except for the last one.
