Actions26
- Message Actions
- Group Actions
- Interactive Actions
- Chat Actions
- Instance Actions
Overview
This node integrates with the Uniteds WhatsApp API to send a poll message to a specified phone number via WhatsApp. It allows users to create interactive polls by specifying a question and multiple answer options, with an option to allow multiple answers. This is useful for gathering feedback, conducting surveys, or engaging audiences in a conversational manner through WhatsApp.
Use Case Examples
- Sending a poll to customers asking their favorite product color.
- Conducting quick surveys within a WhatsApp group or individual chat.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Instance ID | The ID of the WhatsApp instance to use for sending the poll. |
| Phone Number | The recipient's phone number including the country code. |
| Question | The poll question to be asked. |
| Options | Comma-separated list of poll answer options. |
| Allow Multiple Answers | Boolean flag to allow respondents to select multiple answers. |
Output
JSON
messageId- Unique identifier of the sent poll message.status- Status of the poll message sending operation.to- Phone number to which the poll was sent.question- The poll question sent.options- List of poll options sent.multipleAnswers- Indicates if multiple answers were allowed.
Dependencies
- Uniteds WhatsApp API
Troubleshooting
- Ensure the Instance ID is correct and active in the Uniteds WhatsApp system.
- Verify the phone number format includes the country code and is valid.
- Check API credentials and endpoint URL for correctness.
- If the poll options are not properly comma-separated, the poll may not be sent correctly.
- Network issues or API downtime can cause failures; check connectivity and API status.