List Randomizer

Shuffle a list, pick one item, or choose several winners.

6 items ready

Up to 200 items are used per run.

Actions

Shuffled list

Run an action to see the result.

How to Use

The List Randomizer lets you paste a list of names, tasks, ideas, or entries and then shuffle the full list or pick one or more items from it.

Paste your items into the text box, choose whether duplicates should be removed, set the pick count if needed, and then run the action you want.

This tool is useful for prize draws, classroom selection, random ordering, task rotation, and any situation where you need a fair result from a list.

About This Tool

The list randomizer turns pasted text into a shuffled list, one selected item, or several selected items. It is one of the most useful tools when you already have names, entries, tasks, or ideas in a list.

The tool accepts line-separated or comma-separated input and can remove duplicates. That makes it useful for classroom rosters, giveaway entries, presentation order, task rotation, and brainstorming sessions.

Common uses

  • Shuffle a list of names for presentation order.
  • Pick one winner or several winners from entries.
  • Randomize chores, tasks, prompts, or discussion topics.
  • Clean a pasted list by trimming empty lines and optional duplicates.

How to get better results

  • Paste one item per line for the cleanest results.
  • Turn on duplicate removal when each person or entry should appear once.
  • Use pick several when you need multiple winners from the same pool.
  • Use the picker wheel after making a shortlist if you want a visual draw.

Using the result responsibly

Random tools are most helpful when the rules are clear before the result is generated. Decide what the input means, whether duplicates are allowed, and whether the first result should be final. Clear rules make the result easier to trust and explain.

For casual choices, games, classroom activities, examples, and creative prompts, a browser-based tool is usually enough. For regulated contests, high-value selections, safety decisions, legal records, or professional advice, use a process designed for that responsibility.

Last reviewed: April 20, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I remove duplicates before randomizing?

Yes. Turn on the duplicate-removal option and the tool will keep only one version of repeated items.

Can I shuffle the whole list?

Yes. The shuffle action randomizes the entire list so you can use the result as a new order.

Can I pick more than one winner?

Yes. Set a pick count and use the multiple-pick action to select several unique items at once.

What input formats are supported?

You can paste items one per line or as a comma-separated list.

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