When you set up an event on VoteNaija, how you present your contestants can change the entire voting experience. One feature that plays a big role in this is Show Ranking.

When this feature is turned on, a ranking section appears at the top of the event page. It highlights the top three contestants with the highest votes. 

Their current vote numbers are displayed, and each one has a fire icon above their image, right within the contestant picture. This section makes it very clear who is leading at any point in time.

When you turn it off, that section disappears. Instead, voters only see the “Meet Contestants” section where everyone is displayed equally with their vote numbers but without the top three being separated.

Let’s look at how this difference changes the experience for people using their computers.

1. Suspense Becomes Part of the Voting Process

When the ranking section is hidden, visitors cannot quickly identify the leaders. They will need to scan through the contestants and observe the numbers themselves. 

This adds a sense of suspense, which can make people return to check in more often, especially as the votes rise.

2. Every Contestant Gets Equal Attention

On a wide screen, the ranking section usually stands out a lot. It is the first thing voters notice. That can sometimes overshadow the rest of the contestants. 

When you hide the rankings, the page layout gives equal visibility to every contestant. This can motivate supporters of less popular contestants to feel that their candidate still stands a fair chance.

3. It Reduces the Pressure on Contestants

For contestants who do not make it to the top three, the ranking section can be discouraging. Seeing the same people highlighted at the top over and over may lower their morale. 

With rankings turned off, the competition feels less intimidating. Contestants know their numbers are visible, but no one is singled out as a leader.

4. Encourages Voters to Explore the Page

Without the ranking at the top, voters need to scroll through the “Meet Contestants” section to compare the numbers. 

This makes them spend more time on the page, checking out contestants they may not have noticed before. On larger computer screens, this flow feels more natural because everything is laid out clearly and easy to compare.

5. A Cleaner and Simpler Look

On desktop, the ranking section can appear bold and eye catching, which is great when you want to highlight leaders. 

However, some organizers prefer a clean page where all contestants are simply listed. Turning off the ranking gives the event page a simpler and more balanced look.

Final Words

The Show Ranking feature gives you flexibility as an event organizer. When it is active, the top three contestants are clearly highlighted with their vote numbers and a fire icon above their images. 

When it is off, that section disappears, and everyone is displayed equally in the “Meet Contestants” section.

If your goal is to build excitement by showing clear leaders, keep the ranking on. If you want suspense, fairness, and equal visibility for all contestants, switch it off. Either choice is valid, and the decision will shape how your voters experience the competition.

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