How do you post a poll?

[trying2win]

Could someone please help explain how the following works?...

I noticed at the bottom of the 'POST NEW THREAD' page, that there is an option named "POST A POLL". Okay, I've seen the occasional poll listed on this site before, by a member. I don't know how you set it up to ask a horse racing question, then perhaps give PA members the option of checking off let's say one of four answers.

I enjoy answering daily polls at newspaper websites. If someone would be kind enough to explain how to set up a poll, then I think it would be kind of fun to have the odd horse racing poll conducted at this website again.

Thanks,

Trying2win

[JustRalph]

It is really pretty easy.....self explanatory really, once you get into it. Here are the official instructions from the FAQ

How do I create and vote in polls?
You may notice that some threads on this board also include a section where you can vote on an issue or question. These threads are called 'polls' and this is how to create them:

Creating a new poll

When you post a new thread, you may have the option to also create a poll.

This function allows you to ask a question and specify a number of possible responses. Other members will then be able to vote for the response they wish, and the results of the voting will be displayed in the thread.

An example poll might be:

What is your favorite color?

Red
Blue
Yellow
Green
Sky-blue pink with yellow spots
To create a poll when you post a new thread, simply click the 'Yes! post a poll' checkbox at the bottom of the page, and set the number of possible responses you want to include.

When you click the submit button, you will be taken to the poll creation page, where you can specify the question and the list of responses you want to include.

You may also want to specify a time limit for the poll, so that (for example) it only stays open for voting for a week.

Voting in and viewing a poll
To vote in a poll, simply select which option you want to vote for, and click the [Vote!] button. You may view the current results for a poll before you vote by clicking the 'View Results' link. Voting in a poll is entirely optional. You may vote for any of the available options, or cast no vote at all.

Generally, once you have voted in a poll, you will not be able to change your vote later, so place your vote carefully!

[trying2win]

Ralph,

Thanks a million for the info! Remind me to raise your salary (just kidding of course). I guess it's lot like learning to do other new things in life...EASY ONCE YOU KNOW HOW.

Regards,

Trying2win