Multiple File Uploads Within a Single Question

Introduction

To allow candidates to upload multiple files in response to a single question, you’ll need to use the Practical Question type in your assessment. This question type is designed for real-world tasks where candidates may need to submit multiple documents, screenshots, or other file types to demonstrate their skills thoroughly.

This is ideal for roles requiring portfolio samples, code files, project submissions, or multi-part answers.

How to Set Up a Multiple File Upload Question

Follow these steps to add a multiple file upload question to your assessment:

1. Log in to your workspace:

   Go to https://app.testlify.com/

   
   

2. Create or select the assessment

   Choose the assessment where you want to add the question, or create a new one.

   
   

3. Select “Practical Question”

   Click on Add Question and select the Practical question type (as shown in the screenshot).

   

   Fill in the question details:

   In the Practical Question setup, fill out the following:

   
   

   • Completion Time – Set how much time a candidate should have to complete the task.

     
     

   • Title – Add a clear and concise title for the task.

     
     

   • Question – Describe the task or instruction for the candidate.

     
     

   • Allowed File Formats – Specify which types of files candidates can upload (e.g., .pdf , .docx , .zip , .jpg , etc.).

     

     
     

4. Click on “Save”

   Once you’ve filled in the necessary details, click Save. The question will now accept multiple file uploads from candidates.

FAQs

1. Can I limit the number of files a candidate uploads?

While you cannot set a specific number of files, each file can be up to 500MB, and the total limit per candidate response is 2GB. You can guide candidates in the question prompt to upload only the required number of files.

2. What file formats are supported?

You can specify the allowed file formats while setting up the Practical Question. Common formats like .pdf , .docx , .xlsx , .png , .jpg , .zip , etc., are supported.

3. Where can I review the uploaded files?

Uploaded files will appear in the candidate’s response section under the Practical Question. You can download and review each file directly.

Conclusion

The Multiple File Upload feature in Practical Questions makes it easy to gather detailed, hands-on submissions from candidates. Whether it’s design work, coding tasks, or documentation, this feature helps you evaluate candidates more effectively and thoroughly.

If you need help setting this up or have any questions, feel free to contact us at support@testlify.com.