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  1. Integration

    Note:  Whenever you see "civsci-id-123456789" , it must be replaced with your div identifier. Also, wherever we use a "000" value for a data-civicscience-widget attribute, that must be replaced with your poll unit target identifier, e...
  2. Feedback menu

    The feedback menu in the poll unit allows respondents to express their opinions on our poll questions. If a respondent wishes to leave feedback for a question, they use the flag icon (outlined in green below). The feedback menu is shown next....
  3. Poll unit detection bookmarklet

    The poll unit detection bookmarklet can be used to search a webpage for the presence of the poll unit. Drag and drop the link below into your browser's bookmarks tab or bar.  Note: Please disable any ad blockers you use, then reload the pag...
  4. Target customization

    The Customization tab under each target's settings has many fields. Changes here can wreak havoc upon your poll unit,  so it's best not to change them lightly. Basic customizations In-article polling In Article Polling has four...
  5. IQPoll plugin installation

    Before installation It is highly recommended that you back up your site before adding this (or any other) plugin. Although conflicts with other plugins and themes are rare, they can occur, and a backup is the fastest way to return the site to its...
  6. IQPoll plugin removal

    Log into the admin account for your WordPress site. Select Plugins from the admin menu. Click on Deactivate in the  CivicScience IQPoll Plugin entry. Click on Delete in the CivicScience IQPoll Plugin entry. You will ...
  7. Troubleshooting IQPoll-WordFence conflicts

    A few users have faced an issue with a security plugin called WordFence when they activate the IQPoll plugin. They get this screen: Select the checkbox next to the words I am certain this is a false positive . Then, use the button labeled Al...
  8. Poll unit JavaScript events

    (Updated 05/26/2022) The poll unit triggers custom events during its lifecycle. Your code may listen to these events and perform custom actions when the events occur. Example actions include logging to an analytics platform, modifying the page's ...
  9. Poll unit customization

    Detailed user research has been conducted to create a poll unit experience that will delight respondents and encourage them to answer questions. Thus, some aspects of the poll unit cannot be adjusted. This section discusses some parts of the poll ...
  10. Advanced integration

    Advanced The basic integration code is suitable for most websites. This section describes a more advanced integration method. Container Element and Placement The best placement for the poll unit is embedded in an article's content. Other po...