Complete User Guide

    Learn the spinner's main controls, practical setup steps, sharing limits, and troubleshooting tips for common classroom, meeting, and event uses.

    Quick Start Guide

    Step 1

    Add Names

    Enter names one by one or paste a comma-separated list

    Step 2

    Customize (Optional)

    Adjust colors, fonts, and wheel settings to your preference

    Step 3

    Spin the Wheel

    Click the spin button or use voice command to start selection

    Step 4

    View Results

    See the selected name and check your history

    Basic Features

    Add/Remove Names

    Easily manage your list of participants

    Spin Animation

    Smooth, realistic wheel spinning animation

    Browser-Based Selection

    Uses the browser's Web Crypto API to select an eligible index

    Results History

    Track all previous selections

    Local Storage

    Automatically saves your lists and settings

    Advanced Features

    Voice Control

    Say 'spin' or 'reset' for hands-free operation

    Keyboard Shortcuts

    Spacebar to spin, R to reset, F for fullscreen

    Custom Colors

    Personalize wheel appearance with custom colors

    Font Options

    Adjust text size and weight for better visibility

    Share Lists

    Generate shareable URLs for your name lists

    Mobile Features

    Touch Optimized

    Large buttons designed for mobile devices

    Responsive Design

    Perfect display on any screen size

    Fullscreen Mode

    Immersive experience for presentations

    Browser Storage

    Keeps saved lists and recent results on the current device

    Install as App

    Add to home screen as Progressive Web App

    For Teachers & Educators

    Common Scenarios:

    • • Student presentation order selection
    • • Random group formation
    • • Reading partner assignments
    • • Quiz question distribution
    • • Classroom participation encouragement

    Pro Tips:

    • 💡 Use preset wheels for common classroom activities
    • 💡 Enable 'Remove winner after pick' for group formation
    • 💡 Save multiple class lists for different subjects
    • 💡 Use voice control during lessons to maintain flow

    For Business & Teams

    Common Scenarios:

    • • Meeting facilitator rotation
    • • Project assignment distribution
    • • Team building activities
    • • Stand-up meeting order
    • • Training session participation

    Pro Tips:

    • 💡 Create team-specific color schemes
    • 💡 Use keyboard shortcuts during video calls
    • 💡 Share lists via URL for remote team coordination
    • 💡 Track history for fair rotation tracking

    For Events & Entertainment

    Common Scenarios:

    • • Prize draw winner selection
    • • Game show participant choosing
    • • Contest winner determination
    • • Party game organization
    • • Raffle ticket selection

    Pro Tips:

    • 💡 Use fullscreen mode for audience visibility
    • 💡 Customize colors to match event branding
    • 💡 Keep your own written record when verification matters
    • 💡 Enable sound effects for added excitement

    Keyboard Shortcuts

    Spacebar
    Spin the wheel
    R
    Reset wheel rotation
    F
    Toggle fullscreen mode
    M
    Toggle voice recognition
    S
    Open settings/customization
    H
    Show/hide spin history

    Voice Commands

    Supported Commands:

    • "spin"
      Start wheel spinning
    • "reset"
      Reset wheel position
    • "clear"
      Clear current selection
    • "stop"
      Stop current action
    Note: Voice recognition requires microphone permission and works best in quiet environments.

    Troubleshooting & FAQ

    Common Issues:

    Wheel not spinning smoothly?

    Try refreshing the page or switching to a different browser. Ensure hardware acceleration is enabled.

    Voice commands not working?

    Check microphone permissions and ensure you're in a quiet environment. Chrome and Edge work best for voice recognition.

    Names not saving?

    Ensure cookies and local storage are enabled in your browser settings.

    Best Practices:

    For large groups (20+ names):

    Use smaller font sizes and consider custom colors for better visibility.

    For presentations:

    Use fullscreen mode and enable sound effects for better audience engagement.

    For repeated use:

    Save reusable lists in the browser. Shared URLs contain an encoded copy of the list, so review names before sending.

    Ready to Start?

    Now that you know all the features, start using our Random Name Spinner for your next selection task.