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Ever found yourself stuck in an endless loop of “Where should we eat?” or “What movie should we watch?” while chatting with friends? 

Decision-making can be a hassle, but Facebook Messenger polls make it effortless! 

With just a few taps, you can gather everyone’s input in one place—no more endless debates or back-and-forth messages. 

Whether you’re planning a night out or settling on the best binge-worthy series, polls on Messenger help you make quick, group-approved decisions. 

A quick and easy guide to help you get started—no more guesswork or endless discussions! 

Here’s the quick guide on how to create a poll in Messenger!

Why Bother with Polls in Messenger?

Polls are a lifesaver when you need to:

• Quickly decide on something as a group (like where to grab dinner or when to meet up)
• Get everyone’s input without the chaos of multiple messages
• Make things more interactive and fun in your group chats

How to Create a Poll in Messenger

1. Open Up Messenger

First things first, make sure your Messenger app is up to date. Open it and go to the group chat where you want to create the poll.

2. Find the Poll Option

• Tap on the plus (+) icon at the bottom-left corner of the chat.
• Look for “Polls” and tap on it. 

3. Set Up Your Poll

• Type your question in the “Question” field 
• Add possible answers under “Options.” Want more choices? Just tap “Add Option.”

4. Share It With the Group

• Hit “Create Poll” or “Submit” and boom—it’s live in the chat!
• Now, everyone can vote by tapping on their choice.

5. Check the Results

• Sit back and watch the votes roll in!
• You can check the results anytime in the chat.

How to Create a Poll on Messenger Web

When using Messenger Web, creating a poll is a quick and efficient way to gather opinions, plan events, or make group decisions without endless back-and-forth messages. Follow these simple steps to set up a poll:

Step 1: Open Facebook Messenger in your browser.

Step 2: Go to a group chat where you want to create the poll.

Step 3: Click the three-dot menu (More options) at the bottom.

Step 4: Select Create Poll and enter your question along with answer choices.

Step 5: Click Post to share the poll with the group.

What If the Poll Feature Is Missing?

Facebook sometimes plays hide and seek with features, so if you don’t see the poll option, here’s what you can do:

1. Use Facebook Groups Instead

• Head to a Facebook Group you’re in.
• Create a post and select Poll to add options.
• Drop the link in your Messenger chat so everyone can vote there.

2. Try Other Polling Tools

If Messenger isn’t cooperating, you can use:

• Google Forms (for detailed questions)
• StrawPoll or Doodle (quick and easy voting tools)
• Messenger Bots (some bots offer polling features)

That’s It!

And there you have it! Now you know how to create a poll in Messenger, how to edit a poll in Messenger, and what to do if the poll on Messenger feature isn’t available. 

Messenger polls make group decisions quick and painless. If the feature isn’t available, no worries—there are plenty of workarounds. Try it out next time you need to settle a debate with friends!

For more details, check out the full guide on Facebook Help Center

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