Calculations
REDCap has the ability to do calculations in data entry forms and surveys in real-time. They must be formatted in a particular way to work properly. Mathematical order of operations must be followed while writing calculation formulas, otherwise results may be incorrect. Previously defined variables/fields can be used in calculation formulas and must be placed inside [ ] brackets.
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Note: It is advised that calculated field types are not used excessively in REDCap data collection instruments, as they can slow down the webpages. |
Alerts & Notifications
REDCap has the ability to create alerts and notifications to be sent by email, which can be triggered or scheduled when a form/survey is completed, based on when conditional logic is met, and/or when data is saved or imported.
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Follow steps 1 - 3 and customize your alert. Click “Save” at the bottom, and your alert will immediately become active.
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For more detailed instructions and advanced features, see the Alerts & Notifications knowledge article.
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Note: alerts may be edited or deactivated at any time. |
Automated Survey Invitations
When REDCap surveys have the ability are enabled, survey instruments can be set up to send invitation links automatically to participants. The emails are triggered by set conditions or logic.
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Note: Automated Invitations may be disabled at any time by changing status to “Not Active” in the “Define Conditions for Automated Survey Invitations (ASI)” pop-up. |
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