How to run a pub quiz with Altto
Five minutes to set up, nothing to prepare, and no one needs to download anything.
- Open the quiz page on your screen.
On a laptop or tablet connected to the TV, go to altto.co.uk/pub-quiz-host. - Choose your quiz.
Add your pub name if you like, pick a theme or Random mix, and choose a look. Tap Start my quiz. - Get people to join.
Put the QR code on the TV, or tap Print a join sign for the tables. Teams scan it and type a team name. - Start the quiz.
When the teams are in, tap Start the quiz for everyone. Everyone sees each question at once. - Read and reveal.
Read the question out if you like. When the timer ends, or everyone has answered, the answer appears. - Settle any arguments.
The Check the answer panel is for the host only. It gives the answer, a short explanation and a source link.
Tips for a great night
- Pick the right length. Four rounds of ten questions takes around half an hour including chat. Choose 3 rounds if you want a shorter night.
- Use a different theme each round. It feels like a proper pub quiz and keeps every team in with a chance.
- Charge phones. Quiz apps are light on battery, but have a charger or two for the bar.
- Set a phones rule. Teams answer on their phones, so agree that no one searches the web for answers.
- Have a prize. A bar tab, a bottle or bragging rights. The final screen shows the winners.
- Pick a look to suit the night. Chalkboard for a cosy bar, British for a Jubilee or sports night, Christmas for December.
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Common questions
What do I need to run a pub quiz with Altto?
One screen the whole pub can see, such as a TV, projector or big monitor, with a browser on it, and a phone for each team. The host can use a laptop or tablet connected to the TV, or a Smart TV browser.
Do I need to be technical?
No. There is one page, one Start button and nothing to install or sign up for. If the host’s page is closed by accident, reopening it offers to carry on with the quiz.
How do I get people to join?
Show the QR code and short link on the screen, print the join sign for the tables, or just read out the four-letter code. Teams can join at any time, including after the quiz has started.
What if two teams choose the same name?
The second team is given a number after its name, so every team has its own line on the leaderboard.
What if a team joins late or loses signal?
Late teams can join with the code at any point. A team whose phone drops out can reopen the link and carry on with its score.
What if I need a break?
The quiz pauses between rounds. Nothing moves on until you tap the button, so you can take as long as you like for drinks and the raffle.