How to Use the Poll Feature in Telegram

Overview: Telegram's poll feature allows users to easily create and participate in polls, supports anonymity, and displays results in real-time. This guide will provide a detailed overview of how to use this feature.

Telegram Poll Feature Overview

The Telegram client has introduced a powerful poll feature, allowing users to create and participate in polls. All polls are anonymous, ensuring voter information remains private. Both poll creators and participants will enjoy a seamless user experience.

For Poll Creators

As a poll creator, you can:

1. Create a new poll
2. Stop a poll by long-pressing or right-clicking
3. Withdraw a poll and re-initiate it by long-pressing or right-clicking

For Participants

Users participating in polls can:

1. Easily tap an option to cast their vote
2. Withdraw their vote and vote again by long-pressing or right-clicking

How to Create a Poll

You can create a poll on different platforms by following these steps:

• Telegram iOS: Tap the pin icon in the bottom left, then select “Poll”
• Telegram/Telegram X Android: Tap the pin icon in the bottom right, select “Poll”
• Telegram macOS: Hover your mouse over the pin icon in the bottom left, then select “Poll”
• Windows/macOS/Linux Desktop: Click the “≡” menu in the top left, then select “Create poll”

Important Notes

If you can't see the 'Poll' feature, or you see a message saying “Your current Telegram version can't display such messages,” please ensure your app version is up-to-date.

By following these steps, you can easily utilise Telegram's poll feature to boost group interaction and engagement.