When you are running an event on VoteNaija, the way you display your contestants can shape how voters feel about the competition. One feature that directly influences this is Show Ranking.

Turning this feature on brings up a special section at the top of the event page that shows the top three contestants with the highest votes. 

Each one has a fire icon displayed above their image, and their current vote count is clearly visible. This instantly signals who is leading the race.

When you switch the feature off, this top three section disappears completely. Voters will only see the usual “Meet Contestants” section where everyone appears with their votes listed but without the highlighted ranking.

So, how does this small change affect the voting experience? Let’s break it down.

1. Suspense is Increased

With rankings turned off, voters do not immediately know who the top contestants are. They still see everyone’s votes, but since no leaderboard is shown at the top, the sense of suspense rises. 

People may feel encouraged to keep checking back and counting votes manually to figure out who is ahead.

2. More Focus on All Contestants

When rankings are on, the spotlight is heavily on the top three. Everyone else looks like they are far behind. 

Turning the feature off makes the contest feel more balanced. Each contestant is displayed equally in the “Meet Contestants” section, so voters can give more attention to their preferred candidate without being swayed by the rankings.

3. Reduces Pressure on Participants

Contestants outside the top three might feel discouraged when they constantly see others displayed at the top. With rankings turned off, that pressure is lifted. 

Contestants know their votes are visible, but the competition feels more open since no one is highlighted as the leaders.

4. Encourages Genuine Curiosity

Instead of seeing the leaders at a glance, voters need to scroll through and observe the numbers themselves. 

This makes them engage more with the event page, as they go through different contestants before casting a vote. That little curiosity can make the process feel more exciting.

5. Creates a Cleaner Layout

On smaller phone screens, having a ranking section on top may sometimes feel a bit crowded. Turning it off leaves only the contestant grid, which looks cleaner and simpler. 

For some event organizers, this layout might be more appealing, especially when the focus is on fairness and clarity.

Final Words

The Show Ranking feature gives you flexibility as an organizer. When it is on, the top three contestants shine with a fire icon and their vote counts displayed boldly. 

When it is off, everyone is placed on the same level, and voters still see all the numbers without the extra ranking section.

It all depends on the experience you want to create. If you want energy and clear leaders, turn it on. If you prefer suspense and a fairer stage for everyone, turn it off. 

Either way, the choice is in your hands, and that choice can shape how voters feel about your event.

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