Would you like to keep certain application data private during the evaluation but still be able to report on it later? Do you need to have a blinded review process? 


Important Notes

  • The Application Title field cannot be hidden.
  • Any hidden fields or file uploads 
    • will not display on the screen or in PDF application packets that reviewers download.
    • will not show to assigned reviewers in any routing step by default.
    • can be chosen to show to reviewers assigned to a specific routing step (see below).


Showing Hidden Fields for Specific Routing Steps

  • In the Routing Steps configuration page, scroll to the step you would like to show the hidden fields.
  • Under Step Options, check the first box: Show all fields marked "Hide from Reviewers" for this step.

Admin view of routing steps set up. Unchecked box for "Reviewers can see the identity of the applicant."

Potential Uses

  • Data that may bias reviews (e.g., GPA shown below)
  • Demographic information: Age, gender, sex, nationality, ethnicity, etc.
  • Questions or files that aren't relevant to review process, which can shorten and simplify the review process

Administrator Set Up

Hide a field by opening the Settings panel of the question and checking the Hide from Reviewers box:


Admin view of question with Settings panel outlined in red

Admin view of expanded Settings panel with Hide from reviewers box checked

Hiding fields from reviewers is a Form Designer Pro feature. For more information, contact your account manager or view this article: Form Designer Template: Core vs. Pro Comparison Chart

Have more questions about this topic? Go to the Community Forum to pose the question to other users or submit a support ticket to InfoReady.