How to Run a Live Quiz Without an App Download

The biggest friction at events is asking participants to download an app and create an account. Joining through the browser removes that barrier. In this guide you will find the steps for running a live quiz without an app download.

Why join without an app?

• Joining takes less time.
• Phone storage or store access is not an issue.
• People with a computer can join too.
• Large events need less technical support.

A live quiz step by step

1. Create your quiz. Set the questions, answer options and time. See how it works on the Quiz game page.
2. Choose how people join. QR code or link. In QuizModeOn, participants join from a phone, tablet or computer through the browser.
3. Share the screen. Show the questions on the screen in the room or on the video call.
4. Start the quiz. Show the scoreboard after each question.
5. Announce the results. Name the winners and, if you like, give prizes with the prize wheel.

Tips

• Show the QR code large. So people at the back can scan it.
• Keep the link short. It helps those who prefer to type.
• Test it. Check the connection with a small test before the event.
• Keep questions short. They should be easy to read on a phone screen.

In hybrid events

People in the room and remote participants can join with the same link. For hybrid ideas see the meetings and events page.

Get started

Sign up for free and prepare your first quiz in minutes. To compare alternatives see the Kahoot alternatives page and for selection criteria see the 8-criteria guide.

Tips for preparing good live quiz questions

The quality of the questions decides how fun the quiz will be. Follow a few simple rules:

• Ask one thing per question. Avoid long, complicated sentences.
• Keep the answer options balanced. Wrong options should look plausible too.
• Mix the difficulty. Start with easy questions, put hard ones in the middle and end with a fun question.
• Use visuals. A picture or a short video raises interest in the question.
• Match the time to the question. Give 10 to 15 seconds for short questions and 20 to 30 for those that need thought.

Prevent technical problems in advance

The most common problem on the day is the network connection. Check the venue’s Wi-Fi capacity in advance and, if possible, tell participants they can also join with mobile data. Open the join screen 5 minutes before the quiz so everyone connects on time.

Frequently asked questions

Do participants need to create an account?

No. In QuizModeOn, participants join directly with a QR code or link.

How many people can take part?

From small groups to large events. Always test the connection before big events.