How to run a live word cloud
- Create a poll and add a Word cloud slide with a question like "Describe this project in one word".
- Press Present. The join code and QR code are on screen.
- People type up to three words or short phrases each. Words are normalized (case, spacing, punctuation) so "Focus", "focus!" and " focus " count as one.
- The cloud updates live. Every screen shows the same layout, because placement is calculated from the words and counts, not at random.
Keep it clean
Add words to the masked list under Share & settings; they are dropped from the cloud and replaced with ••• in open text. Emoji-only entries are ignored.
Good word cloud questions
- How are you feeling today, in one word?
- What is the biggest obstacle to our goal?
- One word you remember from today's lesson.
- What should our team be known for?
FAQ
How many words can each person send?
Up to three per word cloud slide.
Can I download the words?
Yes. Export the session as CSV to get every word and its count.
Does it work for large groups?
Yes. There is no participant cap, and results update a few times per second.