Presentations don’t have to be one-way communication—what if your audience could actively participate instead of just listening? With Interacty, you can add live polls to your presentation, allowing your audience to vote using their smartphones. This guide will show you how.
Why Use Polls in Your Presentation?
Studies show that passive listening leads to a loss of focus within minutes. Polls break this cycle by inviting your audience to engage. Instead of just absorbing information, they’re responding, reacting, and thinking critically.
For example, you can:
Start with a thought-provoking question to hook your audience.
Check prior knowledge before diving into a topic.
Spark debates by presenting different choices and discussing the results.
Gauge understanding in real time to adjust your presentation accordingly.
Imagine you’re teaching history. Instead of simply explaining an event, you present a controversial decision and ask:
“What would you have done?”
Your audience votes, and the results appear instantly—maybe 70% choose one option, while 30% pick another. Now, the discussion takes off.
A great tip: Repeat the poll at the end. After learning more, have their opinions changed? This reinforces key takeaways and makes your presentation even more memorable.
How to Add a Poll to Your Presentation
1. Create a Presentation on Interacty
To get started, create a new interactive presentation on Interacty:
- Click Create and select Interactive Presentation.
- Choose a template or start from scratch.
- Add slides with your content.
2. Insert a Live Poll
Once your slides are ready, add a poll:
- Click All Blocks and select Poll from the interactive elements.
- Enter your question and possible answers.
- Customize the look and feel.
3. Engage Your Audience in Real Time
When it’s time to vote, let your audience participate:
✅ Using a QR Code – Tap Show QR Code, and your audience can scan it with their phones to vote instantly.
✅ On-Screen Voting – Display the poll results live and discuss them as they come in.
Take Your Presentation to the Next Level
Interacty offers over 20 interactive mechanics, including quizzes, crosswords, and matching games, that you can easily add to your slides. To learn more about customizing interactive presentations, check out our full guide:
Try It Now
Transform your presentations by adding live polls and other interactive elements with Interacty. Sign up for free at Interacty and explore our YouTube tutorial: