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How to Add Additional Columns for Analysis After Upload

Missed a TTA column during import? Here’s how to bring it in later, no reupload of the full dataset needed.

Did you forget to include a column for analysis during your data upload? No worries, there are two easy ways to bring that column into your analysis using Smart Columns or the Add & Replace.


 

Option 1: Using the Add & Replace

If Smart Columns are not available or preferred, you can re-import the column using the Replace Flow:

💡The original dataset must contain a unique identifier column (e.g., UUID or user ID).

 

Steps:

 

  • Prepare a new file that includes:

    • The unique identifier column (e.g., UUID, respondent ID).

    • The column(s) you forgot to include originally.

  • In your project, go to Data → Replace Data.

  • Upload your new file.

  • Select the identifier column to match existing rows.

  • Select the new column(s) to be added.

  • Check the TTA box if the column should be treated as open text.

  • Select the option to add as a new column.

  • Complete the upload.



Option 2: Using a Smart Column (If included in your plan)

If you have Smart Columns enabled, you can convert an existing column into a "Text to Analyze" (TTA) column:

Steps:

  • Go to your project and open the Smart Columns panel.

  • Click Create Smart Column.

  • Select the column type "Text to Analyze".

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  • Choose Formula.

  • Click on Variable and choose the column (variable) you'd like to turn into a TTA field.

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  • Click Create & Fill.

💡 Your selected column will now behave like any other open-ended field and can be included in your analysis!

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