The LinkedIn Poll Results Export automation allows you to collect detailed responses from LinkedIn polls, including voter demographics, vote counts, and engagement metrics. This tool is ideal for marketers, social media managers, and analysts who want to analyze poll results for insights into audience preferences and trends. Follow this guide to configure the automation, with options to export data to Google Sheets or CSV for streamlined tracking and analysis.

Step 1: Log in to the TexAu App and Locate the Automation

Log in to your TexAu account at v2-prod.texau.com. In the Automation Store, use the search bar to locate LinkedIn Poll Results Export quickly.

Screenshot Suggestion: Show the Automation Store screen with "LinkedIn Poll Results Export" entered in the search bar.

Step 2: Connect to LinkedIn with TexAu

To enable TexAu to access LinkedIn poll data, connect your LinkedIn account. Click Add Account and select LinkedIn. TexAu provides two secure connection options:

Magic Link: Sends a secure link to your email for quick login without manual cookie handling.
Add Account: Connects directly using TexAu’s built-in browser extension for easy setup.

Tip: Magic Link offers a secure, fast login without needing to manually manage cookies.

Screenshot Suggestion: Show the LinkedIn connection options, highlighting both Magic Link and Add Account choices.

Step 3: Select Your Input Source

With LinkedIn connected, define the input source to specify which polls you want to scrape. You can enter a single LinkedIn poll URL or upload a list of poll URLs using Google Sheets or CSV.

Single Poll URL: For a one-time extraction, enter the LinkedIn Poll URL of the specific poll. This is useful if you want detailed data from a single poll.
Google Sheet or CSV for Multiple Polls: To gather results from multiple polls, use a Google Sheet or CSV file. List each LinkedIn Poll URL in a separate row, then paste the Google Sheet URL or upload the CSV file in TexAu. This setup is ideal for collecting data from multiple polls in one run, saving time.
Filtering Options: Use filters, such as poll duration or engagement metrics (e.g., vote counts or comments), to focus on polls that meet specific criteria for your analysis.

Screenshot Suggestion: Show the input source options screen with LinkedIn Poll URL, Google Sheet, and CSV options highlighted.

Step 4: Schedule the Automation (Optional)

If you’d like the automation to run periodically, configure the Schedule settings. Click Schedule to set the start date and time, or choose a Recurrence Frequency to repeat the automation:

At Regular Intervals (e.g., every day or weekly)
Once
Every Day
On Specific Days of the Week (e.g., every Monday and Thursday)
On Specific Days of the Month (e.g., the 5th and 20th)
On Specific Dates (e.g., March 15)

Scheduling is useful for ongoing tracking of poll results, allowing you to capture responses as they come in.

Screenshot Suggestion: Show the scheduling interface with options for selecting start time and recurrence frequency.

Step 5: Set an Iteration Delay (Optional)

To avoid LinkedIn’s rate limits, set an Iteration Delay to control the interval between each poll result extraction. Configure Minimum Delay and Maximum Delay values to introduce variability, simulating natural browsing. Adjust the delay in seconds, minutes, hours, or days, based on your needs.

Screenshot Suggestion: Include a screenshot of the Iteration Delay settings, showing Minimum Delay, Maximum Delay, and time units.

Step 6: Choose Your Output Mode (Optional)

In Output Mode, select how you want to save and organize the extracted poll data. Export data to Google Sheets or CSV file for easy tracking and sharing.

Export Options: Choose Google Sheets or CSV file as your output destination. Link your Google account if you select Google Sheets, enabling direct export to Google Drive.
Output Management:
- Append (Default): Adds each new extraction to the end of the existing file, creating a cumulative list of poll results.
- Split: Each automation run generates a new file, useful for organizing data by session.
- Overwrite: Replaces previous data with the latest extraction, ideal if you only need the most recent poll results.
Duplicate Management: Use Deduplicate to automatically remove duplicate entries, keeping your data clean and organized.

Tip: Exporting to Google Sheets is ideal for collaborative analysis, allowing team members to view and analyze poll results in real-time.

Screenshot Suggestion: Show the output mode options screen with Google Sheets, CSV, and Deduplicate options highlighted.

Step 7: Run the Automation on Cloud or Desktop

Once all configurations are set, click Run to start the automation. Choose whether to run on Cloud or Desktop mode:

Cloud: Runs the automation on TexAu’s servers, ideal for hands-free operation.
Desktop: Run locally on your device if you prefer using your own IP address, which may help simulate manual activity.

Tip: Running automations on Desktop mode saves cloud runtime costs and provides greater control over task execution.

Screenshot Suggestion: Show the Run button with Cloud and Desktop options visible.

Step 8: Access the Data from the Data Store

After the automation completes, go to the Data Store section in TexAu to access the poll result data. Locate the LinkedIn Poll Results Export automation and click See Data to view or download the results.

Screenshot Suggestion: Display the Data Store screen with the “See Data” button highlighted.

The LinkedIn Poll Results Export automation makes it easy to gather and analyze poll responses, helping marketers and analysts understand audience insights and preferences. With scheduling, bulk input options, and export to Google Sheets or CSV, this tool provides organized, actionable data on poll engagement and voting trends for strategic decision-making.

LinkedIn Poll Results Export