quickest-silver•2y ago
how can i create a multi select option for buttons?
Hello,
I’m currently working on developing a Q&A interaction for a client, and I’ve encountered a stumbling block with a specific functionality. The client requires a multi-select button feature that allows users to toggle their selections on and off. Unfortunately, I have yet to discover a native option for this within Voiceflow.
While conducting research, I stumbled upon a few workarounds. However, I'm dissatisfied with the fact that each button press triggers an immediate response, which is not the desired behavior for this project. I found that a different platform, Voiceglow, offers this function, but I have a strong preference for remaining within the Voiceflow ecosystem.
If there is any guidance on how to implement a multi-select toggle button feature in Voiceflow?
4 Replies
Creating a multi-select toggle button feature in Voiceflow requires a creative workaround, as there isn't a native option specifically designed for this functionality. However, you can achieve a similar effect by using a combination of buttons and custom logic. Here's a general approach:
- Utilize the Buttons step to present initial choices to the user.
- Capture the user's selections through these buttons and store them in variables.
- Implement logic to check if a selection has been made previously and toggle its state accordingly.
- Use conditions to manage the flow based on the user's selections, allowing them to toggle their choices on and off before finalizing their input.
Remember, buttons in Voiceflow function similarly to Choice steps, offering a way to present options or decision points to users. They are particularly useful in chatbot contexts for streamlining interactions without requiring typed input from the user.
For more detailed guidance on working with buttons and implementing custom logic in your projects, you might find these resources helpful:
- How to add buttons and present choices
- Understanding user input and matching to intents
I was wondering the same. I want to use a multi-select with checkboxes instead of a single choice button.
quickest-silverOP•2y ago
It seems that it would only be possible if you have the "Pro Version" and use "Custom Action", but that is still not exactly multi-select with checkbox system... 😕
xenial-black•2y ago
If you want someone to build it for you, message my friend @l0st . He helped me create a multi-select custom action with check boxes for my own chatbot