Random Picker from List
Paste any list and pick one or more items at random, or shuffle the whole list into a random order. Free and private.
Paste your items separated by new lines or commas, choose Pick items or Shuffle the whole list, and click Pick from list. Pick up to 10 items with or without repeats, or put every item in a random order. Star the results you like, then copy them or download them as a .txt file. Free, no sign-up.
No Sign-Up, Nothing to Install
Any List, Any Items
Your List Stays in Your Browser
Plus Weights and No Repeats
Choose your settings, then press the main button. Your results will appear here.
Tap the star beside a result to keep it here. Saved results stay in this browser only.
Private by design: items are picked in your browser using its secure random number generator, and your list is never uploaded. Saved results stay on this device.
How Do You Pick a Random Item from a List?
To pick a random item from a list, paste your items into the box, one per line or separated by commas, and click Pick from list. The tool picks an item at random and shows it in your results. Choose How many to pick several items, or choose Shuffle the whole list to put every item in a random order.
A list picker works for any choice. Pick tonight’s movie, a weekend activity, the next task on your to-do list or a random question for a quiz. Shuffle a list of names to set a speaking order, a playlist or a tournament draw. Add :2 after an item to give it a better chance.
Items are picked on your own device. The picker uses your browser’s secure random number generator (crypto.getRandomValues), so every item has a fair chance and your list is never sent to Teasoft.
What each action gives you:
| Action | What you get | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Pick items, no repeats | 1 to 10 different items | Choosing winners, tasks or activities |
| Pick items, allow repeats | Items can come up more than once | Simulating draws with replacement |
| Shuffle the whole list | Every item in a new random order | Turn orders, playlists and seating plans |
| Weighted items | Items with :2 or :3 get better odds | Favouring some options over others |
Common reasons to use a random picker from a list
- Choosing a movie, meal or weekend activity
- Picking the next task from a to-do list
- Shuffling names for a speaking order or tournament draw
- Choosing random quiz, interview or discussion questions
- Picking a random sample from a list for testing or research
- Deciding between options when you just cannot choose
What each control does:
| Control | What it does | When to use it |
|---|---|---|
| List items | Your items, separated by new lines or commas | Paste from notes, chats or spreadsheets |
| Sample | Fills the box with a sample list | See how the picker works |
| Action | Pick items, or Shuffle the whole list | Shuffle to put everything in random order |
| How many | Picks 1, 2, 3, 5 or 10 items | Choose several items at once |
| Repeats | No repeats, or Allow repeats | Allow repeats for draws with replacement |
| Pick from list | Picks or shuffles your items | Every time you need a new result |
| Star | Saves a result to your Saved results list | Keep the picks you like |
| Copy all / Download .txt | Copies or saves every result | Share or keep your list |
| Clear | Empties the list, results or saved list | Start fresh with a new list |
Good to know
- Commas split items. Every comma starts a new item, so avoid commas inside an item.
- No repeats is the default. Each item is picked once per draw unless you allow repeats.
- Weights change the odds. An item with :3 is three times as likely to be picked.
- Your list stays private. Everything runs in your browser.
- Saved results stay on this device. Copy or download them to use elsewhere.
What You Can Do With This Tool
- Pick from any list for free. No sign-up, no limits and nothing to install.
- Paste lines or commas. Use new lines, commas or both.
- Pick 1 to 10 items. Get one choice or a short list.
- Shuffle the whole list. Put every item in a random order.
- No repeats. Or allow repeats for draws with replacement.
- Give better odds. Add :2 or :3 after an item.
- Numbered results. Shuffled lists show each item’s new position.
- Try the sample. Load a sample list to test the picker.
- Copy one item. Copy any single result with one click.
- Star your favourites. Save results to a list on this device.
- Copy or download. Copy all results or download them as a .txt file.
- Use it anywhere. Works on phones, tablets and desktops in any modern browser.
What Should I Do After Picking from Your List?
Once you have your pick, use these free Teasoft tools to keep deciding and planning.
How to Pick from a List at Random
Add your list
Paste or type your items, one per line or separated by commas. Add :2 after an item to give it a better chance.
Choose your settings
Choose Pick items or Shuffle the whole list, how many items to pick and whether repeats are allowed.
Pick and save
Click Pick from list. Star the results you want to keep, then copy them or download them as a .txt file.
Tip: to set a fair order for presentations or turns, paste everyone’s name and choose Shuffle the whole list. Each name gets a numbered position, and you can copy the full order into your chat or calendar.
Which Settings Should I Choose?
| Your goal | Settings | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Make one quick decision | Pick items, 1 item | One clear choice |
| Choose a short list | Pick items, 3 or 5 items, no repeats | Different items every time |
| Set a turn order | Shuffle the whole list | Every item gets a numbered position |
| Simulate dice-style draws | Allow repeats | Items can come up again |
| Favour some options | Add :2 or :3 to items | Better odds without retyping |
| Pick quiz questions | Pick items, 10 items, no repeats | Ten different questions |
Tips for picking from a list
- Keep one item per line. It makes long lists easy to check.
- Watch out for commas. Use new lines if your items contain commas.
- Remove blanks and repeats. Tidy the list for a fair draw.
- Shuffle for orders. Shuffle is faster than picking items one by one.
- Save your list. Download the results to keep a record.
After you pick from your list
- Share the result. Copy the picks and post them in your group chat.
- Make it visual. Spin the same list on the Spin the Wheel.
- Pick people. Draw winners from a list of names with the Random Name Picker.
- Name your groups. Give shuffled groups a fun name with the Team Name Generator.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I pick a random item from a list?
Paste your items one per line or separated by commas, then click Pick from list.
Is the Random Picker from List free?
Yes. It is completely free, with no sign-up, no limits and nothing to install.
Is my list uploaded to a server?
No. Items are picked inside your browser on your own device and are never sent to Teasoft.
Is the picker fair?
Yes. It uses your browser’s secure random number generator, so every item has an equal chance unless you add a weight.
Can I paste a list separated by commas?
Yes. Commas and new lines both split items, so you can paste either kind of list.
How many items can I pick at once?
You can pick 1, 2, 3, 5 or 10 items in one draw.
Can I shuffle the whole list?
Yes. Choose Shuffle the whole list under Action to put every item in a random, numbered order.
Can the same item be picked twice?
Only if you choose Allow repeats. With No repeats, each item can be picked once per draw.
How do I give an item a better chance?
Add a colon and a number after the item, such as Pizza:3, to make it three times as likely.
How many items can my list have?
You can paste hundreds of items. The box holds up to 20,000 characters.
Can I paste a column from Excel or Google Sheets?
Yes. Copy the column and paste it into the box. Each cell becomes one item.
Can I use it to pick a random question?
Yes. Paste your questions one per line and pick as many as you need.
How do I save the results I like?
Tap the star beside a result. It is added to your Saved results list on this device.
Where are my saved results stored?
In this browser on this device only. Copy them or download a .txt file to use them elsewhere.
Can I download the results?
Yes. Click Download .txt to save every result as a plain text file.
Does the Random Picker from List work on mobile?
Yes. It works in Chrome and Safari on Android phones, iPhones and tablets.
Do I need to install anything?
No. Everything runs in your web browser.
Which browsers are supported?
It works in Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari and other modern browsers.
About Teasoft’s Random Picker from List
Teasoft’s Random Picker from List is a free online tool that picks random items from any list or shuffles the whole list into a new order. Paste items by line or comma, avoid repeats, and give some items better odds with weights.
It is made for anyone who needs a quick, fair choice, from families picking a movie to teachers, teams and event planners.
Your list is picked on your device and is never uploaded to Teasoft. Saved results stay in this browser.