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Press the Tab key to move to the next field. Value labels are used to define the response categories. The general format is code equals label. In our example, there are two value labels. M=Male and F=Female. Type each value label on a separate line.
The code on the left of the equals sign is what the data entry person will type. And the text to the right of the equals sign is how that code will be labeled in reports. The actual value label can be any length, but short value labels produce easier-to-read printouts. Value labels are optional, but their use is highly recommended. They make reports easier to understand. They are also used to create data entry forms, e-mail, and Internet surveys, as well as determine what inputs will be considered valid during data entry. They can even be used to control branching.
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