1.When you think about Polaroid film, do you remember the darkslide (the black card that ejects when you load a new pack)?

Yes, very clearly

Somewhat

Not really

Not at all

2.How do you usually feel when you see the darkslide eject? (e.g. excited, surprised, don’t notice, etc.)

3.Do you keep your darkslides after shooting, or do you usually throw them away?

Always keep

Sometimes keep

Rarely keep

Never keep

4.Have you ever used your darkslides for anything (e.g. bookmarks, decorations, DIY, sharing on social media)? If yes, how?

5.What makes a darkslide memorable to you? (Design, message, collectibility, etc.)

6.Do you remember any specific darkslide designs or messages that stood out to you?

7.If you could change one thing about darkslides, what would it be?

8.What kind of content or designs would you enjoy seeing on them?

Helpful tips for shooting better Polaroids

Fun or inspirational quotes/messages

Artwork or artist collaborations

Collectible/series-based designs

Practical things like QR codes for tutorials, film scanner, app, etc.

Other (open field)

9.Do you think darkslides could play a bigger role in how people experience Polaroid film? If yes, how?

10.Would you share a cool or collectible darkslide on social media?

Definitely

Maybe, if I liked it enough

Probably not

Never

11.Do you have a favorite darkslide you’ve seen? What made it special?

12.Any final thoughts on darkslides or how you interact with them? Where could we improve?