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If a segment is 'off' what does that mean?​

It means that for any user falling into that segment, the feature flag is forced to the OFF state (overriding the environment default).

Related: Will a segment override work if the feature is toggled off?

Related documentation: Segments

Will a segment override work if the feature is toggled off?​

Yes. A segment override is evaluated regardless of the global environment on/off switch for that flag.

Related: If a segment is 'off' what does that mean?

How can I check which users belongs to which Segment?​

You can go to the Segments page in the UI and view the "Users" tab to see identities currently in that segment.

Related: Can I view all the users in a segment?

Related documentation: Segments

Can I view all the users in a segment?​

Yes, via the method mentioned above.

Related: How can I check which users belongs to which Segment?

Does the % split segment feature work for non-identified users?​

No. Percentage splits require a consistent Identity ID to hash against. Anonymous users must be assigned a generated ID for this to work.

Related: How do I identify an anonymous user? What about running AB tests with anonymous users?

Related documentation: Segment Rule Operators • Identities

When using a segment with "% split", would changing the value affect existing users?​

No. The bucket is determined by hashing the Identity ID. As long as the percentage value and the User ID remain the same, the user stays in the same bucket.

Related: Is customer bucketing guaranteed in A/B tests over time to ensure their consistent system experience?

Related documentation: Segment Rule Operators

Can I put a Segment inside a Segment?​

No. Nested segments are not supported.

Related: Is there a way to combine two conditions with 'AND' for Segments?

Is there a way to combine two conditions with 'AND' for Segments?​

Yes. You can add multiple conditions within a segment rule, which function as AND logic.

Related documentation: Segment Rule Operators

What happens if I have the same user that is attached to two segments and have an opposite config on the same feature?​

Related: Is it possible to set a flag that has complete precedent over all users & segments?

Related documentation: Segments

Does Flagsmith allow me to incorporate user segmentation data (eg from mixpanel) to deploy flags based on user attributes?​

Via Integrations: Yes, if you use Segment.com (the CDP) or Amplitude, Flagsmith has native integrations to sync identities/segments.

Related documentation: Segment Integration • Amplitude Integration

Is it possible to export the users to a .CSV or something similar?​

No button exists in the UI. You must retrieve the users via the API to generate a CSV.

Related: How can I check which users belongs to which Segment?

Related documentation: Flagsmith API Overview