How To Create Polls

:tada: Welcome to MisterPoll: How to Create Your First Poll! :tada:

Creating a :ballot_box: on MisterPoll is quick, easy, and a great way to get opinions from your :busts_in_silhouette:, :globe_with_meridians:, or the :earth_americas:! Follow this step-by-step guide to create and share your :ballot_box:.


Step 1: Start a New Topic

  1. Log in to your :key: on MisterPoll.
  2. Navigate to the Public Polls :open_file_folder: or the appropriate :open_file_folder: for your :ballot_box:.
  3. Click on the :heavy_plus_sign: New Topic :radio_button:.
  4. Enter a descriptive :memo: Title for your :ballot_box:. This will grab the :eyes: of your audience!

Step 2: Write a Description

In the main :page_facing_up:, write a brief :memo: or introduction for your :ballot_box:. Explain what it’s about and why you’re asking for :speaking_head:. Example:

πŸ‘‹ everyone! I’m curious about your favorite streaming platforms. πŸ—³οΈ below and let me know what you think!

Step 3: Add the Poll Syntax

To create the :ballot_box:, use the following Markdown syntax. Copy and paste this template, then :hammer_and_wrench: it with your own :ballot_box::

Single-Choice :ballot_box: (Users select one option):

[poll type=regular results=always public=false chartType=bar]
# Your ❓ goes here
* Option 1
* Option 2
* Option 3
* Option 4
[/poll]

Multiple-Choice :ballot_box: (Users can select multiple :ballot_box:):

[poll type=multiple results=always public=false chartType=bar]
# Your ❓ goes here
* Option 1
* Option 2
* Option 3
* Option 4
[/poll]

Number-Based :ballot_box: (Users rate on a :straight_ruler:):

[poll type=number min=1 max=10 step=1]
# Rate this from 1️⃣ to πŸ”Ÿ
[/poll]

Step 4: Customize Your :ballot_box:

  • Replace β€œYour :question: goes here” with your actual :question:.
  • Replace β€œOption 1,” β€œOption 2,” etc. with your :ballot_box: choices.
  • For :straight_ruler:-based :ballot_box:, adjust the :heavy_minus_sign:, :heavy_plus_sign:, and step values as needed.

Step 5: Preview Your :ballot_box:

Click the :eye: Preview :radio_button: to see how your :ballot_box: will look when published. Make sure:

  • The :question: is clear.
  • :ballot_box: are spelled correctly.
  • Formatting looks clean and :soap:.

Step 6: Publish and Share Your :ballot_box:

  1. Once you’re :white_check_mark:, click Create Topic to :outbox_tray: your :ballot_box:.
  2. Share the :link: to your :ballot_box: with :busts_in_silhouette:, :family_man_woman_girl_boy:, or on :iphone:. Simply copy the :link: from your browser’s address bar.

Community Guidelines for :ballot_box:

To keep our :star2: welcoming and :hugs:, please ensure that your :ballot_box::

  • Respects others and avoids :stop_sign: language.
  • Does not promote :no_entry_sign:, :no_good_woman:, or illegal :pirate_flag:.
  • Follows our Community Guidelines.

:ballot_box: that violate these rules may be :put_litter_in_its_place:, and accounts may face restrictions.


Need Help?

If you have any :question: or encounter issues while creating your :ballot_box:, feel free to ask for help in the Support :open_file_folder:.

:tada: Happy polling! :tada:


Example :ballot_box::

πŸ‘‹ everyone! What’s your favorite streaming platform?

[poll type=regular results=always public=false chartType=bar]
# Favorite Streaming Platform
* Netflix
* Disney+
* Hulu
* Amazon Prime Video
[/poll]