Best for
- Diagrams with many labels
- Accessible alternatives to drag and drop
- Identification tasks on images
Capabilities
- A dropdown at each labelled position
- Automatic marking per label
- Works with your own images and diagrams
Considerations
- Keep option lists short enough to scan
- Make sure each dropdown is clearly linked to its point
What is an image labelling (dropdown) question?
This question type shows an image with a dropdown at each labelled point. The candidate opens each dropdown and picks the correct label.
When to use it
Use dropdown image labelling when a diagram has many labels or when you want a format that is easy to use with a keyboard. It suits the same content as drag and drop labelling: anatomy, science diagrams, maps and equipment.
How Synap marks it
Image labelling (dropdown) questions are auto marked, with each dropdown checked against the correct label.
Authoring tips
Use the same option list for every dropdown, or tailor each list with plausible alternatives. Keep labels short so the image stays readable.
Image labelling (dropdown) is one of 29 question types in Synap's exam authoring software, alongside reusable question banks, bulk import and flexible marking.