Easy Tech TutsHow to Add a Likert Scale in Microsoft Forms Easily 2026
By Impran M N
Evaluating several related statements with individual multiple-choice questions clutters a survey and confuses respondents. Microsoft Forms' Likert question type packs those statements into a single responsive grid, and this guide shows how to configure it correctly.
01Open the extended question menu
Click Add New, then use the drop-down arrow next to the standard options to reveal the extended field drawer.
02Select the Likert option
Choose the Likert question type from the list to drop in a default matrix grid.
03Set your overarching prompt
Click into the primary question box and enter the overall evaluation prompt for the grid.
04Define your scale columns and statements
Edit the horizontal option columns for your scale, such as Strongly Disagree to Strongly Agree, then fill in the vertical statement rows you want evaluated.
05Expand and require the grid
Use Add Statement or Add Option to expand the matrix, and toggle Required so every statement gets a response.
Frequently asked questions
How is a Likert grid different from a regular multiple-choice question?
A Likert grid combines several related statements into one compact matrix instead of requiring a separate question for each.
Will the grid display properly on a small phone screen?
Yes, but keeping statement text concise helps prevent visual clipping or awkward side-scrolling on mobile.
Can I require an answer for every statement in the grid?
Yes, toggling Required ensures respondents provide a score for every row before submitting.
How many statements or scale columns can I add?
You can keep adding rows and columns using the Add Statement and Add Option controls, though very large grids can hurt mobile readability.
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