Bulk operations allow you to manage multiple quizzes simultaneously, streamlining cleanup, organization, and maintenance tasks when working with large quiz collections.

Selection System

Individual Selection

Each quiz row includes a selection checkbox:

Checkbox Behavior

  • Individual Control - Select specific quizzes one at a time
  • Visual Feedback - Selected rows highlight with different background
  • Toggle Function - Click again to deselect individual quizzes
  • Mixed Selection - Can select any combination of quizzes

Selection States

  • Unselected - Normal row appearance with empty checkbox
  • Selected - Highlighted row with checked checkbox
  • Partial Selection - Some quizzes selected, header shows count

Select All Functionality

The header checkbox provides master selection control:

Select All Options

  • Select All - Checkbox in table header selects all visible quizzes
  • Current Page Only - Selects only quizzes on current page (not all pages)
  • Visual Indicator - Header checkbox shows when all items selected
  • Quick Selection - Fastest way to select multiple quizzes

Deselect All

  • Header Toggle - Click header checkbox again to deselect all
  • Clear Selection Action - Use bulk action menu to clear selection
  • Automatic Clear - Selection clears after bulk operations complete

Available Bulk Actions

Bulk Action Menu

When quizzes are selected, the bulk action menu appears:

  • Top of Table - Appears above the quiz list
  • Selection Counter - Shows count of selected quizzes
  • Action Buttons - Clear selection and delete options

Selection Display 

  "X quizzes selected" (shows actual count)
"All quizzes selected" (when all visible items selected)

Clear Selection Action

Function

  • Instant Deselection - Removes all selections immediately
  • No Confirmation - Safe action that doesn’t modify data
  • Visual Reset - Returns table to normal unselected state
  • Quick Reset - Faster than manually deselecting individual items

When to Use

  • Change of Mind - When you no longer want to perform bulk action
  • Start Over - Clear current selection to make new selection
  • Accidental Selection - Quickly undo unwanted selections

Bulk Delete Operation

Accessing Bulk Delete

  1. Select Quizzes - Choose multiple quizzes using checkboxes
  2. Click Delete - Delete button appears in bulk actions menu
  3. Confirm Action - Modal dialog requires confirmation
  4. Process Completion - All selected quizzes deleted simultaneously

Bulk Delete Process

  • Multi-Quiz Removal - Deletes all selected quizzes in single operation
  • Atomic Operation - Either all deletions succeed or all fail
  • Progress Indication - Loading state shows operation in progress
  • Completion Feedback - Success message confirms bulk deletion

Bulk Delete Safety

Confirmation Modal

The bulk delete confirmation includes enhanced safety measures:

Modal Content

  • Clear Title - “Delete quizzes” (plural form)
  • Count Display - Shows exact number of quizzes to be deleted
  • Warning Message - “Are you sure you want to delete X selected quizzes? This action cannot be undone.”
  • Emphasis on Permanence - Clear statement about irreversible action

Confirmation Requirements

  • Explicit Count - Modal shows exactly how many quizzes will be deleted
  • Deliberate Action - Must click “Delete” button to proceed
  • Cancel Options - Multiple ways to abort (Cancel button, X, click outside)
  • No Accidental Execution - Requires deliberate confirmation

Safety Mechanisms

Pre-Operation Validation

  • Permission Check - Verifies authorization for all selected quizzes
  • Ownership Verification - Ensures all quizzes belong to your store
  • Dependency Check - Confirms no system conflicts prevent deletion

Error Handling

  • Partial Failure Protection - If some deletions fail, shows clear error message
  • Rollback Safety - Failed operations don’t leave system in inconsistent state
  • Error Reporting - Specific error messages help identify issues

Bulk Operation Strategies

Efficient Workflows

Cleanup Sessions

  1. Sort by Status - Group Draft quizzes together
  2. Select Unused Drafts - Choose quizzes no longer needed
  3. Bulk Delete - Remove multiple unused quizzes at once
  4. Verify Results - Confirm intended quizzes were removed

Seasonal Management

  1. Search by Season - Find seasonal quizzes (e.g., “summer”)
  2. Select Outdated Items - Choose quizzes from previous seasons
  3. Bulk Remove - Delete outdated seasonal quizzes together
  4. Update Remaining - Focus on current seasonal quizzes

Quality Control

  1. Sort by Date - Find oldest quizzes first
  2. Review Old Quizzes - Check if still relevant
  3. Select for Removal - Choose outdated or redundant quizzes
  4. Bulk Delete - Clean up multiple old quizzes

Selection Best Practices

Strategic Selection

  • Start Small - Begin with obvious candidates for deletion
  • Group Similar Items - Select quizzes with similar characteristics
  • Avoid Active Quizzes - Don’t select customer-facing quizzes during peak times
  • Double-Check Selection - Review selected items before bulk action

Verification Steps

  1. Count Check - Verify selection count matches expectation
  2. Visual Scan - Review highlighted rows to confirm correct selection
  3. Status Review - Ensure no critical Active quizzes are selected
  4. Impact Assessment - Consider customer impact of bulk deletion

Working with Large Collections

Pagination Considerations

Current Page Selection

  • Page-Limited - Selection only applies to current page
  • Multiple Pages - Must select quizzes on each page separately
  • No Cross-Page Selection - Cannot select across different pages simultaneously

Multi-Page Workflows

  1. Work Page by Page - Complete bulk operations on each page
  2. Use Search/Filter - Narrow results to single page when possible
  3. Systematic Approach - Work through pages methodically
  4. Track Progress - Keep record of pages completed

Performance Optimization

Efficient Operations

  • Reasonable Batch Sizes - Avoid selecting too many quizzes at once
  • Network Considerations - Large bulk operations may take longer
  • Browser Performance - Very large selections may slow interface
  • Server Capacity - System processes bulk operations efficiently
  • Typical Batch Size - 10-15 quizzes per bulk operation works well
  • Maximum Selection - System can handle larger selections but may be slower
  • Progressive Approach - Multiple smaller operations often more reliable than single huge operation

Troubleshooting Bulk Operations

Common Issues

Selection Problems

Issue: Cannot select quizzes
Solution: Check if page fully loaded, refresh if needed

Issue: Selection not showing
Solution: Ensure JavaScript enabled, try different browser

Operation Failures

Issue: Bulk delete fails
Solution: Try smaller batch size, check network connection

Issue: Partial completion
Solution: Check error message, verify which items were processed

Recovery Strategies

When Operations Fail

  1. Check Error Message - Read system error for specific guidance
  2. Verify Current State - Refresh page to see what was actually changed
  3. Retry with Smaller Batch - Try operation with fewer selected items
  4. Individual Operations - Fall back to individual actions if bulk fails

Prevention Tips

  • Stable Connection - Ensure good internet connection before bulk operations
  • Reasonable Batches - Avoid extremely large selections
  • Peak Time Avoidance - Perform bulk operations during low-traffic periods
  • Regular Saves - Complete bulk operations promptly after selection

Bulk operations provide powerful efficiency gains for quiz management while maintaining safety through careful confirmation processes and error handling.