How to Manage Exclusions
Apply duplicate, attention, and speed exclusions transparently.
The Short Version
Apply duplicate, attention, and speed exclusions transparently. A practical way to begin is to open Results, then use the Exclusion Rules panel. Finish by making sure you export methods text and tables after final exclusions. The full walkthrough below explains each part in order.
Is This Guide for You?
Researchers preparing final analysis files.
Follow These Steps
Work through these 5 steps at your own pace. The wording is intentionally practical, and you can return to the checklist at the end when you are ready to review your work.
- Open Results.
- Use the Exclusion Rules panel.
- Toggle duplicate, attention, or speeder exclusions.
- Review how many responses remain.
- Export methods text and tables after final exclusions.
What This Helps You Accomplish
Exclusions should be transparent and reproducible. Applying them in one place keeps tables, plots, and exports aligned.
A Quick Confidence Check
- Define exclusions before looking at treatment effects when possible.
- Report excluded counts.
- Keep raw data.
Common Questions
Can I use this guide if I am new to this?
Yes. Researchers preparing final analysis files. Follow the steps in order, start with a small test, and use the final checklist before you field or report anything important.
What is the simplest way to get started?
Begin by open Results. Next, use the Exclusion Rules panel. You do not need to perfect every setting before running a small preview or pilot.
How do I know when I am ready?
Use the confidence check above. In particular: Define exclusions before looking at treatment effects when possible. Report excluded counts. Keep raw data. When the decision is consequential, keep your study documentation and ask a qualified colleague or methods reviewer to examine the design as well.
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