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Frequently asked questions about applications

Short answers about finding, changing, withdrawing and exporting applications.

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Labels that name Application use your organisation's own term if you've renamed it.

What is the difference between withdrawing and deleting an application?

Withdraw Application moves it to Withdrawn: it can no longer be changed, but its history stays readable. Delete Application removes it and cannot be undone.

Can I fill in an application for an applicant?

Yes. Use Act as an Applicant on the application, or Complete Application on Behalf on the grant round to start a new one for them. See An application.

Does the applicant see my changes when I edit their application?

When you use Edit as Admin, the applicant is not notified. The application's history records the change.

How do I let an applicant fix a submitted application?

Use Unlock with message with a deadline, or Request more information with a Supplementary Information template.

How do I move an application to another applicant?

Select Transfer Ownership on the application and choose an applicant whose registration has been approved.

Can I change which columns the list shows?

Yes, for yourself from the list. Your organisation's defaults are set under Settings > Saved views.

This page uses Backed's default terms, such as Funding Round and Application Template. An organisation may rename them, so read each as your organisation's own term if you've renamed it.