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There is flexibility within and between devices for communication.
The e-diary can be developed for use on any web-enabled device
(e.g., phone, tablet, PC) and can be delivered via an application for
a mobile device or the internet for any device. Responses can be
entered in response to binary (e.g., yes/no), multiple choice, or free
text questions, allowing for further flexibility in data collection
while simplifying the process for the user. Entry can be conducted
once daily, and reminders for missed entries can be automatically
delivered via email or text message, and the participant can
respond at their convenience, removing the need for phone calls
that are scheduled at the researcher’s availability.
There is increased reliability
and consistency of data,
with