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# Create poll
To create a poll follow these steps
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Navigate to `Posts` in the main menu.
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Click the `Create poll` button below the post input field.
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The create poll dialog will appear. Enter your question and add the answer options you'd like your team members to choose from.
Create poll
There are a few settings you can configure for your poll:
* **Allow multiple choices:** If enabled, team members can select more than one answer option.
* **Show results before response:** If enabled, team members can see the results before submitting their own answer. If disabled, results will only be visible *after* each team member has submitted their vote.
* **Allow users to add their own options:** If enabled, team members can add new answer options to the poll. These options become visible to everyone and can be voted on by all users.
* **Edit duration:** By default, a poll remains open for 7 days. After that, voting is automatically closed and no further responses can be submitted. To change this, click the `Edit duration` button and set a timeframe that suits your needs.
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When you're happy with your poll, share it with your team by clicking the `Send post` button. All team members will be notified and can immediately start voting.
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