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Platform Import Guide

You've converted your survey with Pirai AI. Now get it live. Step-by-step import instructions for every supported platform.

Pirai AI Team • 10 platforms • Post-conversion guide • 📥 Import Guide

Before you start: Download your converted file from the Pirai AI platform first. The file type you need depends on your target platform. Use the quick reference table below to confirm which file to download before following the import steps.

📋 Quick Reference

Find your platform below to see which Pirai AI file to download and which import method to use.

Platform Pirai AI File Import Method Jump To
Qualtrics (QSF) .qsf ⬆ File Upload View steps →
Qualtrics (Advanced Format) .txt / .docx ⬆ File Upload View steps →
QuestionPro .docx ⬆ File Upload View steps →
SurveyMonkey .txt 📋 Copy & Paste View steps →
Google Forms .txt (Apps Script) ⚙ Apps Script View steps →
REDCap .csv ⬆ File Upload View steps →
Microsoft Forms .docx / .pdf ⬆ File Upload View steps →
Zoho Survey .docx / .txt ⬆ File Upload View steps →
SurveySparrow .txt 📋 Copy & Paste View steps →
Alchemer .txt 📋 Copy & Paste View steps →
Forsta .txt  .docx  .xml ⬆ File Upload View steps →

🗂 Step-by-Step Import Instructions

Select your platform below to see the full import steps.

Qualtrics
Qualtrics supports two Pirai AI file types: QSF for a complete survey import, and Advanced Format (TXT/DOCX) for importing question content. Both use the same Tools → Import Survey path.
⬆ File Upload
Path 1: QSF Import
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Your Pirai AI file: Download the .qsf file from the platform. This creates a complete ready-to-use survey in your Qualtrics account.

  1. 1Log in to your Qualtrics account and navigate to the Survey tab of an existing or new project.
  2. 2Click Tools in the top toolbar, then select Import Survey from the dropdown.
  3. 3Click Browse and select your .qsf file downloaded from Pirai AI.
  4. 4Click Import. Qualtrics will load the survey and all questions and structure will appear in the Survey editor.
  5. 5Review the imported questions, add any logic or display conditions, then publish when ready.
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Importing a QSF through the Survey tab creates a new survey in your account. It will not overwrite an existing survey. QSF import is not available for Employee Experience project types (Engagement, Lifecycle, 360, etc.).

Path 2: Advanced Format (TXT / DOCX) Import
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Your Pirai AI file: Download the .txt or .docx Advanced Format file from the platform.

  1. 1In Qualtrics, open the Survey tab and click Tools → Import Survey.
  2. 2Select your .txt or .docx Advanced Format file and click Import.
  3. 3Qualtrics will parse the question structure and populate the survey editor. Review all imported questions for accuracy.
  4. 4Configure any display logic, skip logic, or embedded data fields as needed, then publish.
📄 Qualtrics Official Import Documentation ↗
QuestionPro
QuestionPro supports direct Word document import, allowing you to upload your Pirai AI converted file and have questions populated automatically.
⬆ File Upload
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Your Pirai AI file: Download the .docx Word document file from the platform.

  1. 1Log in to your QuestionPro account and go to the Surveys page.
  2. 2Click New Survey, enter a survey name, and click Create Survey.
  3. 3In the blank survey editor, expand the Add Question menu and select Add from MS Word.
  4. 4On the pop-up, select your Pirai AI .docx file and click Import. QuestionPro will parse the document and create questions automatically.
  5. 5Review all imported questions, adjust question types if needed, and configure any logic or branching before publishing.
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The Add from MS Word option is only available for blank surveys. Make sure you start from a new, empty survey before attempting the import.

📄 QuestionPro Official Import Documentation ↗
SurveyMonkey
SurveyMonkey uses a copy-and-paste bulk question builder. You paste your formatted question content directly into the builder and SurveyMonkey creates the questions automatically.
📋 Copy & Paste
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Your Pirai AI file: Download the .txt plain text file from the platform. Open it to copy the formatted question content.

  1. 1Open your Pirai AI .txt file, select all the content, and copy it.
  2. 2In SurveyMonkey, click Create Survey and select Paste Your Content.
  3. 3On the Import Questions screen, paste your copied content. Use the Preview section on the right to check how questions are being recognised in real time.
  4. 4Once done, click Add Questions to create your survey. You can then give it a title, edit question types, and customise as needed.
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SurveyMonkey's paste importer recognises Multiple Choice and Single Textbox question types. After import you can edit, switch question types, and add additional formatting directly in the survey editor.

📄 SurveyMonkey Official Import Documentation ↗
Google Forms
Google Forms does not support direct file import. Pirai AI generates a Google Apps Script file that automates the creation of your entire form. Open the Apps Script editor, paste the script, and run it to build your form automatically.
⚙ Apps Script
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Your Pirai AI file: Download the .txt file from the platform. It contains the complete Apps Script code pre-populated with all your survey questions and answer options.

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You will need a Google account to access Apps Script. The script creates a new Google Form automatically when executed. No manual question entry is required.

  1. 1Open your Pirai AI .txt file and select all the script content, then copy it.
  2. 2Open an existing Google Form or create a blank one at forms.google.com.
  3. 3Click the three-dot menu (⁝) in the top-right corner of the form and select Apps Script.
  4. 4The Apps Script editor will open. Delete any existing default code in the editor, then paste your copied script.
  5. 5Click Save (disk icon), then click Run (play button) to execute the script.
  6. 6When prompted, grant the necessary permissions for the script to access Google Forms on your behalf.
  7. 7Return to your Google Form. All questions and answer options will have been created automatically.
Microsoft Forms
Microsoft Forms has a native convert feature that imports Word or PDF documents directly and builds the form from your question content.
⬆ File Upload
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Your Pirai AI file: Download the .docx Word document file from the platform.

  1. 1Go to forms.office.com and sign in with your Microsoft account.
  2. 2Select Quick Import then Upload from this device.
  3. 3Select your Pirai AI .docx file from your device and choose Form or Quiz depending on your use case.
  4. 4Microsoft Forms will convert the file. The new form is autosaved under Recent and My Forms with the same title as the original document.
  5. 5When conversion is complete, select Start Review to check the results. Three types of feedback may appear: Missing content, Uncertain conversion, and Unsupported question type.
  6. 6For each flagged item, select the highlighted issue, resolve it, and click Resolved. Once all issues are addressed your form is ready to share.
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Microsoft Forms only supports Multiple Choice and Open Text question types on import. File size limit is 10MB. This feature is not available for US Government Cloud accounts.

📄 Microsoft Official Import Documentation ↗
REDCap
REDCap uses a Data Dictionary CSV upload to populate a project with fields and instruments. Pirai AI exports a CSV in the correct REDCap Data Dictionary format, ready to upload directly into a new project.
⬆ File Upload
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Your Pirai AI file: Download the REDCap Data Dictionary .csv file from the platform.

Step 1: Create a New Project
  1. 1Log in to REDCap and click New Project from the top menu.
  2. 2On the Create a New REDCap Project screen, enter a Project Title and select the Purpose from the dropdown.
  3. 3Under Project Creation Option, ensure Empty project (blank slate) is selected.
  4. 4Click Create Project.
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You must have permission to create projects in REDCap. If you do not have this access, contact your REDCap administrator. If you selected Research as the project purpose, complete all required fields before proceeding.

Step 2: Upload the Data Dictionary
  1. 1On the Project Setup tab, under Design your data collection instruments, click the Data Dictionary button.
  2. 2On the Data Dictionary tab, under Upload your Data Dictionary file (CSV file format only), confirm the correct Format for min/max validation values for date and datetime fields is selected from the dropdown.
  3. 3Click Choose File, browse to your Pirai AI .csv file, and select it. Click Open.
  4. 4Click Upload File. REDCap will validate the file and display a summary of the fields to be imported.
  5. 5Review the upload summary carefully. If no errors are shown, click Commit Changes to apply the Data Dictionary to your project.
  6. 6Once committed, you will see a Changes Made Successfully confirmation. From here you can go to the Online Designer to review instruments or continue in Project Setup.
Zoho Survey
Zoho Survey supports direct Word document import. Upload your file and Zoho automatically assigns question types and populates all answer options.
⬆ File Upload
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Your Pirai AI file: Download the .docx or .txt file from the platform.

  1. 1Log in to Zoho Survey and click Create Survey.
  2. 2From the creation options, select Import Survey.
  3. 3Choose Import Document and upload your Pirai AI .docx or .txt file.
  4. 4Zoho Survey will parse the document, automatically detect question types, and build your survey.
  5. 5Review the imported survey in the builder, customise question types or formatting as needed, and launch when ready.
📄 Zoho Survey Official Import Documentation ↗
SurveySparrow
SurveySparrow uses a bulk question builder where you paste formatted question content. The platform auto-detects question types and answer choices from your pasted text.
📋 Copy & Paste
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Your Pirai AI file: Download the .txt plain text file from the platform. Open it to copy the formatted question content.

  1. 1Log in to SurveySparrow and create a new survey.
  2. 2Inside the survey builder, locate the Bulk Add Questions or automated formatting option.
  3. 3Open your Pirai AI .txt file, select all the content, and copy it.
  4. 4Paste the content into the bulk question field. SurveySparrow will automatically structure the question types and answer choices.
  5. 5Review all generated questions for accuracy, make any adjustments, and publish your survey.
📄 SurveySparrow Official Documentation ↗
Alchemer
Alchemer uses a paste-based Word import with specific syntax formatting. Pirai AI generates content in Alchemer-compatible syntax. Paste the content directly into the importer to build your survey.
📋 Copy & Paste
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Your Pirai AI file: Download the .txt Alchemer-formatted file from the platform.

  1. 1Log in to Alchemer and click Create Survey on your dashboard.
  2. 2Give your survey a name and select Import from Word.
  3. 3Open your Pirai AI .txt file, select all the content, and copy it.
  4. 4Paste the content into the Alchemer import field and click Start Building.
  5. 5Alchemer will create your survey. Review all questions and make any final adjustments before publishing.
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Alchemer's importer uses specific syntax: radio buttons require () formatting and new pages use ::NewPage::. Pirai AI generates content in the correct Alchemer syntax automatically.

📄 Alchemer Official Import Documentation ↗
Forsta
Pirai AI supports three Forsta file formats: bConvert (.txt), Word (.docx), and XML (.xml). Each uses a slightly different import path in the Forsta portal.
⬆ File Upload
Path 1: bConvert (.txt)
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Your Pirai AI file: Download the bConvert .txt file from the platform.

  1. 1In the Forsta portal, click New Survey.
  2. 2In the New Survey window, click More Options and select Import File.
  3. 3Drag and drop your .txt bConvert file into the box, or click Browse to locate the file on your device.
  4. 4Scroll down, enter a project name, and click Create Survey.
  5. 5Once uploaded successfully you will be redirected to the Survey Editor where you can review and edit your survey.
Path 2: Word Document (.docx)
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Your Pirai AI file: Download the Forsta Word .docx file from the platform.

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You must have survey:build permissions to access the Word Importer. The Word Importer is only available when creating a new survey.

  1. 1In the Forsta portal, click New Survey.
  2. 2In the New Survey menu, click the Start with Word tile.
  3. 3Drag and drop your .docx file into the file field, or click Browse to upload it from your device.
  4. 4Enter a name for your survey, then click Survey Options to configure language, Portal, and URL settings if needed.
  5. 5Click Create Survey to build your survey from the Word document.
Path 3: Forsta XML (.xml)
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Your Pirai AI file: Download the Forsta XML .xml file from the platform.

  1. 1In the Forsta portal, click New Survey.
  2. 2In the New Survey window, click More Options and select Import File.
  3. 3Drag and drop your .xml file into the box, or click Browse to locate the file on your device.
  4. 4Scroll down, enter a project name, and click Create Survey. The upload may take a few minutes for larger files.
  5. 5Once complete you will be redirected to the Survey Editor. If any elements were flagged, a survey load error will appear. Click Fix XML to review and resolve.
  6. 6Use the system warning tags to guide you through any required updates, then publish when all warnings are cleared.
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Forsta Plus XML import requires v18 or later files. Older versions will not be converted and will prompt a system error. XML files will include language translations where applicable.

📄 Forsta Official Import Documentation ↗

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