WhatsApp: How to create polls in direct, group chats on iOS, Android phones

WhatsApp recently added ‘Polls’ feature in its Android and iOS smartphones app. Earlier, users had to share poll links created using third-party apps to conduct polls in direct chats and group conversations. Now, the Meta-owned instant messaging platform allows users to run polls natively in a private chat or group conversation. Here is how to create polls on WhatsApp:

How to create WhatsApp polls on iPhones

Step 1: Update the WhatsApp app

Step 2: Open the chat, private or group, you would like to create the poll in

Step 3: Tap on the plus (+) sign on the left side of the text box

Step 4: Tap on the ‘Poll’ option