With the release of REDCap version 14.3.13, matrix fields can now be edited in some new and easy-to-use ways.


Convert radio or dropdown fields into a matrix

When wanting to combine separate radio or dropdown fields into a matrix you can:

  1. Use Shift + click (or Command + click if you're on a Mac) to select multiple fields

  2. Select the button that says "Convert to matrix group"

  3. Confirm your selection by clicking the "Convert fields" button


When combining fields into a matrix note that:

    • Only the choices for the first field will be applied to the new matrix group columns
    • If there are multiple section headers, only the top section header will be kept



Split a matrix group into separate fields

When wanting to split a matrix into separate radio button fields you can:

  1. Click the pencil icon to edit the matrix group

  2. Select the button "Save & split matrix into separate fields"

  3. Confirm you choice by clicking the "Split matrix" button



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