WhatsApp brings polls feature to desktop; here’s how to use

Madhu Balaji Updated - November 24, 2022 at 03:35 PM.

5 steps to conduct WhatsApp poll via browser

WhatsApp has extended the ability to create polls on desktop — a feature earlier launched on iOS and Android.

WhatsApp tracker, WABetaInfo said in its report, “As happens on WhatsApp for Android and iOS, it is possible to create a poll within an individual or group chat, and you can add up to 12 options after entering your question.”

Based on the report, the feature is end-to-end encrypted. Here’s the screenshot shared by WABetaInfo

Also read: WhatsApp introduces companion mode

How to use polls on desktop

Step 1: Open WhatsApp Web on your browser.

Step 2: Go to a group or personal chat and tap on the attachment icon.

Step 3: Click on the ability to create polls.

Step 4: Enter the question and options. WhatsApp allows you to add up to 12 options, including emojis.

Step 5: Tap the send button.

The results can be viewed by tapping the poll info displayed on the screen at any time.

Also read: How to use WhatsApp Community feature

Published on November 24, 2022 10:05

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