How to Create a Matrix Survey in SurveyMonkey
- George Apostolov
How to Create a Matrix Survey in SurveyMonkey: step-by-step guide
Open an existing one in which you want to add a matrix question clicking the ellipsis icon.
From the drop-down menu, select 'Edit survey'.
In the selected survey, navigate to the 'Design Survey' section and click on the '+ New Question' button to add a question.
Select 'Matrix/Rating Scale' from the question type dropdown menu. This question type allows you to create a table-like grid with rows and columns.
In the main question text box, enter the general context or instruction for the matrix.
Under the 'Row Choices' section, input your rows. Each row represents a specific item, option, or question.
Under the 'Column Choices' section, enter your answer choices.
After configuring the matrix, click on 'Save' to add it to your survey.
Click 'Preview survey' to see how the matrix question will look to respondents. Make adjustments if necessary.
Quick answer: To create a matrix survey in SurveyMonkey, edit an existing survey, add a new question, and select 'Matrix/Rating Scale'. Next, enter your question text, input row and column choices, save the question, and preview the survey to make any necessary adjustments.
About this SurveyMonkey tutorial
Build a table-like grid of rows and columns in SurveyMonkey by adding a matrix question, entering your choices, and saving. This guide shows how to create a Matrix Survey in SurveyMonkey in 9 steps, starting with "Open an existing one in which you want to add a matrix question clicking the ellipsis icon" and finishing with "Click 'Preview survey' to see how the matrix question will look to respondents. Make ad...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real SurveyMonkey interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to create a Matrix Survey in SurveyMonkey?
9 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your SurveyMonkey data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under SurveyMonkey. Related guides: How to Create a Poll in SurveyMonkey, How to Create a QR code for SurveyMonkey and How to Create a Survey on SurveyMonkey. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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