Kahoot! questions: How to use pin answer question

Welcome to the ultimate guide on the Kahoot! pin answer question! If you are looking to boost interactivity and assessment accuracy in your quizzes, this feature allows you to test visual knowledge seamlessly. Whether you are an educator testing geography or a corporate trainer pointing out software interfaces, this article will help you create, host, and troubleshoot pin answer questions.

  
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• What are the specifications for a Kahoot! pin answer question?
• How do I create a Kahoot! pin answer question?
• How do I host and play a pin answer question?
• FAQ

What are the specifications for a Kahoot! pin answer question?

To ensure your question works perfectly, here are the core specifications you need to keep in mind:

• Character limit: Questions can be up to 120 characters long.
• Time limit: You can set the time limit anywhere from 20 seconds to 4 minutes.
• Media requirements: Adding or selecting a static image is strictly obligatory for this question type.
• Media restrictions: It is not possible to add GIFs or videos to pin answer questions, as the system requires a static background to register correct coordinates.
• Points: Points can be toggled to Standard (1000), Double points (2000), or no points (0). For a deeper dive into scoring, review our guide on how points work in Kahoot! to strategize your quiz difficulty.

How do I create a Kahoot! pin answer question?

Creating this engaging question type takes just a few clicks in the kahoot creator:

1. Start creating a new kahoot or edit an existing one.
2. Click the Add button on the left-side panel and select the Pin answer option from the list.
   
3. Type your question at the top of the creator. Make sure that the answer to the question can be logically marked on an image.
   • Examples: "Where is the Eiffel Tower located? Pin the answer on a map of Paris." or "Where is the oil filter located? Pin the answer on an image of the car engine."
4. Select an image from our library or upload your own image.
   
5. Click the Correct area button in the bottom left corner of the image.
6. Choose the marker on the left side panel and mark the area of the image that will be considered the correct answer during the game.
   
7. Click Save.
8. Select your preferred time limit and points on the right-side panel.
   

How do I host and play a pin answer question?

When you are ready to play, start hosting a live kahoot with your audience.

1. The question will be presented on the host’s main screen.
   
2. On their own devices, players need to find the correct answer on the image and mark it with a pin.
3. To place their answer, players will drag and drop the image around their screen. Note: The pin itself does not move; players move the image underneath the pin.
   
4. When the time is up, all players’ answers are displayed collectively on the main screen.
   

FAQ

1. What is a Kahoot! pin answer question? A Kahoot! pin answer question is a specialized question type where players must identify a specific location or object on a static image by dropping a pin on the correct area.
    
2. Can I use GIFs or videos in a pin answer question? No, it is not possible to add GIFs or videos to pin answer questions. An image is obligatory because the game needs a static reference point to determine if the player's pin falls within the correct area coordinates.
    
3. How do players answer a pin answer question during a live game? Players look at their device screen and drag/drop the image itself so that the stationary pin lands on the correct area.
    
4. How do I see who answered the pin answer question correctly? After the game concludes, you can easily access detailed game reports to review individual player performance and see where they dropped their pins. Keep in mind that the availability of the Reports feature depends on your account and subscription type.