Documentation

How to Use Randomizer

Learn how to use the main randomizer tools effectively, from basic spins and picks to repeat-safe workflows and advanced Pro features.

This documentation is designed to be skimmed. Each section starts with the outcome you can expect, followed by the settings that influence it.

Keep the interface open while you explore—most controls mirror what you see in the app so you can follow along without guessing.

If you run into something unclear, send us a note from the contact page and we will fold the answer back into these docs.

Getting Started

Learn the basics of using Randomizer tools

  • Navigate to any tool from the Randomizers menu
  • Configure your options in the left panel
  • Click the action button to generate results
  • View your result and copy or share it

Tool Configuration

Customize each tool to your needs

  • Add custom options to spinners and pickers
  • Set min/max ranges for number generators
  • Upload CSV files for name pickers
  • Configure weights for weighted randomization

Sound & Effects

Control audio and visual feedback

  • Toggle sound effects on/off per tool
  • Enable confetti celebrations for results
  • Sound plays on spin start and result reveal
  • Confetti intensity varies by result significance

History & Results

Track and manage your results

  • Last 10 results saved per tool session
  • Copy any result with one click
  • Share results via native share dialog
  • Clear history anytime with the trash button

Themes & Display

Personalize your experience

  • Switch between dark and light themes
  • Theme preference saved automatically
  • Responsive design works on all devices
  • Smooth animations enhance the experience

Pro Features

Advanced tools for power users

  • Weighted randomization for biased selections
  • Multi-wheel for simultaneous spins
  • Decision trees for complex choices
  • Bubble pop for interactive reveals
Randomization methodology

How QuicklyDecide makes random picks understandable

Randomizer tools are useful only when participants can understand the rules before the draw. The docs now state what the tools do, where probability settings matter, and how result history supports repeatable workflows.

Browser-based random draws

Most pickers use JavaScript random values in the browser, which makes them fast for everyday classroom, team, game, and giveaway workflows.

Weighted selection is transparent

Weighted tools calculate the total weight, draw within that combined range, and return the entry whose weight segment contains the draw.

Avoid-repeat controls are explicit

Name and list workflows show result history so users can decide whether to keep drawing, reset the round, or avoid repeating a previous pick.

Inputs stay lightweight

Public tools are designed for quick browser sessions. Signed-in analytics are limited to product usage and result workflows needed for account features.

Randomizer Guides

Longer guides cover the informational searches around fair picking, classroom activity, giveaway setup, and streaming communities.