How to Run Your Show
Welcome to Virtually Engaged. This platform allows you to run interactive, high-stakes workshops across multiple breakout rooms simultaneously.
AI Grading
Every open-ended answer is instantly graded by Artificial Intelligence based on your custom rubric.
Live Leaderboards
Scores update in real-time. Click any answer on the screen to "Spotlight" it for group discussion.
Show Portal
Launch everything from one place using a simple 4-digit code.
1. Event Setup (Client Portal)
Use the Client Configuration Portal to build your event structure.
- Room Configuration: Define how many Breakout Rooms and Tables per Room you need.
- Branding: Paste a Logo URL and choose a Theme Color. This instantly brands all iPads and Screens.
- Participant Mode: Choose between "Teams/Tables Only" or "Enable Individual Participation" if you need to track specific people.
- Run of Show: Pre-load your questions here.
2. The Show Portal (Mission Control)
After setup, click the link to the Show Portal. This is your central hub.
- Enter Code: Type your numeric code (e.g., 4409) into the input box.
- Launch Interfaces: Once the code is entered, the buttons will light up.
- Launch Control: Opens the Production Panel for the AV team.
- Launch Display: Opens the Main Screen for the projector.
- Launch App: Opens the Participant view (for testing).
- Share Link: Use the "Copy Link" button to get a direct URL for attendees.
3. Running the Show (Production Panel)
Designed for the Event Producer. Manage the flow of content here.
- Target Room Selector: Choose which room you are controlling. Changing this automatically filters the question list to prevent errors.
- Push to Screens: Select a question and click the blue button to send it live.
- Quick Fire Mode ⚡: Toggle this ON to skip the "Load" step. Clicking a question in the sidebar instantly pushes it live.
- Edit Team Names: Click the green button to rename tables (e.g., change "Table 1" to "The Avengers"). Note: This only applies in Team Mode.
4. Participant Login
Attendees access the app via their iPads or phones.
Attendees simply type the Numeric Code (e.g., 4409) into the box.
- Select Room: Choose the breakout room they are sitting in.
- Identify Yourself:
- Team Mode: Select your Table Name (e.g., "Table 1").
- Individual Mode: Enter your Name and Email.
5. Main Screen Display
The 16:9 view for projectors.
- Auto-Scaling: The display automatically adjusts to fit any projector or TV without cutting off content.
- Spotlight Feature: The presenter can click on any answer in the leaderboard to open a large popup window. This allows the room to read and discuss specific long-form answers.
6. Reports & Data
At the end of the session, use the bottom buttons on the Production Panel.
- CSV Report: Downloads a raw Excel file with every answer and timestamp. Includes Name/Email if in Individual Mode.
- Visual Report: Opens a dashboard with graphs showing Room Averages and Top Teams.
- Save as PDF: Inside the Visual Report, click "Save as PDF" to generate a summary document.
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