Enter the names or items you want to divide, select the number of groups and how many results to show, then click the button. The results will be distributed evenly across groups.
Supported formats: .txt and .csv
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How to Make Faster, Unbiased Decisions
We’ve all been there: staring at a lunch menu for 20 minutes, arguing over which movie to watch, or struggling to divide a classroom into fair groups. This is called decision fatigue, and it kills productivity.
Our Random Decision Maker is designed to solve this problem instantly. Whether you are a teacher, a project manager, or just indecisive, this tool acts as an impartial referee to make choices for you.
Why Use an Online Decision Maker?
Instead of relying on gut feelings or messy “rock-paper-scissors” games, digital tools offer several advantages:
100% Fairness: The algorithm uses a sophisticated randomization process (Fisher-Yates shuffle), ensuring no bias in the results.
Speed: Process lists of 2 to 10,000 items in milliseconds.
Flexibility: Switch between creating teams, picking a single winner, or a simple Yes/No result with one click.
How to Use This Tool Effectively
This isn’t just a name picker; it’s a suite of productivity tools. Here is how to get the most out of it:
1. For Teachers: The Team Generator
Dividing students into groups can be chaotic.
Step 1: Select “Team Generator” from the dropdown menu.
Step 2: Paste your class list into the text box (one name per line).
Step 3: Enter the number of groups you need.
Step 4: Click Generate. The tool automatically balances the groups.
2. For Project Managers: Task Assignment
Avoid favoritism when assigning tasks.
Select “Random Picker”.
Enter your team members’ names.
The tool will generate a random order. The top name gets the first task, the second name gets the next, and so on.
3. For Daily Life: The “Decision Maker”
Can’t decide where to eat?
Input your top 5 restaurant choices.
Select “Decision Maker”.
Let the algorithm decide your dinner. It relieves the psychological burden of choosing.
Features Overview
| Feature | Best For |
| Decision Maker | Choosing one option from a list (e.g., Winner, Dinner, Movie). |
| Team Generator | Splitting large lists into smaller, equal subgroups. |
| Random Picker | Creating a ranked list or random order. |
| Yes or No | Flipping a virtual coin for binary decisions. |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is the data private?
Yes. This tool runs directly in your browser (Client-side). We do not store, record, or see the names you enter. Your data stays on your device.
Can I import a list from Excel?
Yes. You can upload .txt or .csv files directly using the “Upload File” button, making it easy to handle large datasets.
Is this truly random?
Absolutely. We use a cryptographic-friendly randomization method to ensure that every outcome is statistically independent.
