How to run WhatsApp polls? Here's a step-by-step guide for Android, iOS devices

WhatsApp is a feature-rich app, due to which it's not only used for personal but business purposes too. The messaging app usually brings new updates to improve its possibilities. One of these updates is the inclusion of polls and voting options.

The WhatsApp poll feature is finally available. The messaging app gave into the demand of the users after receiving continuous requests to do so.

Polls are a great way to know the views of the majority of people. Earlier, there was no direct way to vote in WhatsApp groups. Those who needed one either sent third-party links or asked the members to reply separately.




Steps to create a send a poll in WhatsApp: Android and iOS:

1. For Android, click on the paper clip icon in a WhatsApp group next to the text box.

For iOS: Click on the plus icon next to the chat box.

2. Select the “Poll” option.

3. In the upper box, type the question or reason for conducting a poll.

4. Below the first box, you will find Option 1. Click on it and add the first option.

5. Add the other options you want to have voting between.

6. Hold and drag the three bars icons to move an option. When you have reached your desired position, release your finger.

7. When you have saved all the options and are ready with the poll, tap on send.

8. In the chat, tap on the option you want.

9. Click on the View Votes options to see the responses.

FAQs:

When was WhatsApp launched?
In January 2009.

Who is the CEO of WhatsApp?
Will Cathcart.