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User Poll
User Polls allow you to ask a quick question and collect responses from other Writing.Com members.

You can create a poll with up to nine choices, and members can vote to share their opinion.

Polls are a simple way to gather feedback, compare ideas, or just have fun with the community.

How Polls Work

Members must be logged in to vote on a poll.
• Each poll includes a question and multiple choices
• Members select one option when voting
• Results update as votes are cast

To appear in public listings, a poll must receive at least one vote.

Creating a User Poll

Creating a poll is quick:
• Click + Create Something
• Choose User Poll
• Enter your question and answer choices
• Save your poll

You can edit your poll later using the gear icon.

Writing a Good Poll

To get useful results, try to keep your poll fair and balanced.
• Include a range of possible answers
• Avoid leading or biased wording
• Keep choices clear and easy to understand

 Finding Polls

To explore polls created by other members:
• Use Browse by Type
• Select Polls
• Search by keyword to find specific topics

 Good to Know
• Polls are visible once they receive at least one vote
• Only logged-in members can vote
• You can update your poll at any time
 

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