Randomize a List

Randomize your list with the Randomize a List Tool. Shuffle entries instantly, ignore empty lines, trim whitespace, and even apply a custom seed for repeatable results. Supports file input, copy/export, and real-time output with counters.

Paste your input above or import a file below.
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Supported file types: .txt, .csv, .tsv, .log, .json, .xml, .md, .ini, .yaml, .yml, .html, .htm, .css
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Options
Ignore empty lines
Trim items

How to Use:

  1. Paste your list or import a supported file.
  2. Toggle Ignore empty lines or Trim items as needed.
  3. (Optional) Enter a random seed to get repeatable shuffles.
  4. Click Shuffle the randomized output appears instantly.
  5. Use Copy Output or Export to File to save the result.

What Randomize a List Tool Can Do:

  • Randomly shuffles lines from your input list.
  • Supports deterministic output using a seed value.
  • Skips empty lines and trims whitespace when toggled.
  • Works live with visual feedback and includes output counter, copy, and file support.

Example:

Input List:

Apple
Banana
Cherry
Date
Elderberry
Fig
Grape

Output (random):

Fig
Cherry
Apple
Banana
Grape
Elderberry
Date

Common Use Cases:

Use this tool to mix up list items for unbiased selection, generate randomized question sets, or prepare shuffled datasets. Ideal for teachers, developers, marketers, and analysts working with text-based content.

Useful Tools & Suggestions:

If you’re randomizing a list, Randomly Select a List Item is perfect when you just want to grab one entry after shuffling. And if you’re working with structured content, Add a List Item Counter helps keep track of the new order so nothing gets lost in the mix. It’s great for games, content rotation, or whenever you need to break the pattern and shake things up.

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