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Digital Clutter and Organisation Survey - 2026
We are researching the psychological friction of digital clutter. This survey is 100% anonymous, collects zero personal data, and takes exactly 60 seconds.
Please select the option(s) which best fit your case.
What is your current occupational status?
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What is your current occupational status?
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School Student
B
Undergraduate / College Student
C
Postgraduate / Research Student
D
Working Professional (Full-time / Corporate)
E
Freelancer / Independent Consultant
Which of the following best describes your primary professional field, industry, or major?
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Which of the following best describes your primary professional field, industry, or major?
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Computer Science / Software & Tech
B
Core Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Civil, etc.)
C
Legal & Law
D
Finance, Accounting & Taxation
E
Creative Arts, Design, Fashion or Media
F
Medicine, Healthcare & Life Sciences
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Other
When you look at your unorganised files (like your Downloads or Desktop), which statement best describes how you feel?
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When you look at your unorganised files (like your Downloads or Desktop), which statement best describes how you feel?
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I don't care at all. I just use the search bar to find what I need.
B
It mildly bothers me, but I don't have the time or energy to sort it.
C
It actively stresses me out and makes me feel unorganised.
In the last month, have you experienced any of the following because your files weren't organised?
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In the last month, have you experienced any of the following because your files weren't organised?
I had to re-download a file because I couldn't find the original.
I attached the wrong version of a file (e.g., "assignment_final" instead of "assignment_final_v2") to an email or a portal.
I wasted more than 5 minutes looking for a specific document.
None of the above, my chaos works for me.
If an app could instantly and perfectly organise all your files into the correct folders right now, how would it impact your daily work?
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If an app could instantly and perfectly organise all your files into the correct folders right now, how would it impact your daily work?
A
Massive impact. I would work much faster and have a clearer head.
B
It would be a nice 'quality of life' upgrade, but wouldn't drastically change my output.
C
Honestly, it wouldn't change much for me.
When using apps to manage, rename, or organise your files, what is your stance on privacy?
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When using apps to manage, rename, or organise your files, what is your stance on privacy?
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Cloud is fine – Speed and convenience matter more to me than total privacy.
B
Cautious – I use cloud tools, but I never feed them sensitive, private, or work documents.
C
Strict Privacy – My files cannot leave my computer due to strict work policies, NDAs, or personal rules.
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