What is the lobby?
Lobby (waiting room) is the screen displayed after creating a session, where:- Participants join the quiz
- Host sees participant list
- Everyone waits for start
Lobby elements
For host
| Element | Description |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 6-digit code to join |
| QR code | For phone scanning |
| Link | Direct URL to join |
| Participant list | Avatars and nicknames |
| Counter | Number of participants |
| Start button | Begins the quiz |
For participant
| Element | Description |
|---|---|
| Quiz name | Title and description |
| Status | ”Waiting for start” |
| Participant list | Who else joined |
Sharing the code
PIN code
Tell participants:“Go to heyquiz.pro and enter code 123456”
QR code
Display on projector - participants scan with phone.Direct link
Copy and send (Slack, Teams, email):Managing participants
Participant list
In lobby you see:- Avatar - chosen by participant
- Nickname - participant name
- Status - online status
Removing participant
If someone joined by mistake:- Find participant in list
- Click × next to their name
- Participant is removed
Team mode in lobby
If you enabled team mode:Assignment: Player choice
- Participants see team list
- They choose which to join
- You see team composition live
Assignment: Random
- System assigns automatically
- Participants see their team after joining
Assignment: By host
- Participant list with drag-and-drop
- You assign each to a team manually
Starting the quiz
When everyone is ready:1
Check the list
Make sure all participants have joined.
2
Click Start
Large “Start” or “Begin quiz” button.
3
Quiz begins
First question displays for everyone.
Lobby options
Remote Pilot
Control quiz from your phone:- Click pilot icon in lobby
- Scan QR with your phone
- Phone becomes remote control
Background music
Optionally enable lobby music - helps build atmosphere.Time in lobby
No time limit - lobby can be active indefinitely. Session doesn’t expire.
- Wait for latecomers
- Explain rules
- Resolve technical issues
Joining problems
Participant can't join
Participant can't join
- Check if they entered correct PIN code
- Check participant’s internet connection
- Ask them to refresh page
Participant disappeared from list
Participant disappeared from list
- Lost internet connection
- Closed browser
- Can rejoin with same code
QR code doesn't work
QR code doesn't work
- Enlarge code on screen
- Check lighting (no reflections)
- Give PIN code as alternative