Shuffle Lines
Randomize the order of lines in your text. Perfect for giveaways, playlists, or mixing up lists.
Input Text
Shuffled Output
Why use our Shuffle Lines Tool?
Truly Random Order
Uses a secure Fisher-Yates shuffle so every line arrangement is equally likely.
Preserve Empty Lines
Shuffle only non-empty lines while keeping blank line positions intact for formatted documents.
Private & Instant
Randomize lists locally in your browser — no uploads, no waiting for server round trips.
What is a Line Shuffler?
A line shuffler randomizes the order of lines in a text block. Paste a list with one item per line — names, quiz questions, playlist tracks, or contest entries — and the tool rearranges them into a new random sequence. Teachers, event organizers, and developers use line shufflers for fair randomization without bias.
Our free online shuffle lines tool applies the Fisher-Yates (Knuth) algorithm for unbiased permutations. Choose to shuffle all lines or only non-empty lines, then reshuffle as many times as you need until you get the order you want. Copy or download the result instantly.
What You Can Do
- Shuffle all lines:Randomize every line including blank ones in the full list.
- Shuffle non-empty only:Randomize content lines while empty lines stay in their original positions.
- Reshuffle anytime:Click again to get a completely different random arrangement.
- Live stats:Track characters, words, and line counts for input and output.
- Copy & download:Export shuffled text to clipboard or a .txt file.
- Secure randomness:Uses cryptographically secure random values for fair shuffling.
Common Use Cases
Contest & Giveaway Draws
Randomize participant names or entry numbers for fair winner selection.
Quiz & Flashcard Order
Shuffle study questions or vocabulary lists so memorization order does not bias results.
Playlist & Setlist Randomizer
Mix song titles or agenda items into a fresh order for events or practice sessions.
Team Assignment
Randomize task lists or presentation order so no one always goes first or last.
Data Sampling
Reorder dataset rows for randomized train-test splits or spot checks.
Creative Writing Prompts
Shuffle story prompts, character traits, or scene ideas for writing exercises.
How to Shuffle Lines
Enter Your Text
Paste or type text with one item per line into the input area.
Choose Shuffle Mode
Click Shuffle All Lines or Shuffle Non-Empty Only depending on whether blank lines matter.
Reshuffle if Needed
Click again to get a different random order — every click produces a new permutation.
Copy or Download
Copy the shuffled list to your clipboard or download it as a text file.
Benefits of Shuffling Lines
Unbiased Randomization
Fisher-Yates shuffling ensures no line is more likely to end up in any position.
Fair Contest Picks
Remove human bias when selecting random winners from a list of entries.
Flexible Empty-Line Handling
Preserve document structure when blank lines separate sections or paragraphs.
Unlimited Reshuffles
Generate as many random orders as you need with no usage limits.
No Account Required
Open the page and shuffle — no signup or extension needed.
Completely Free
Shuffle lists of any size at no cost with full privacy in your browser.
Line Shuffling Tips
- •One item per line: Each list entry should be on its own line for accurate per-line shuffling.
- •Reshuffle for fairness: Click shuffle multiple times and pick the result when running live contests.
- •Preserve formatting: Use Shuffle Non-Empty Only when blank lines separate sections you want to keep.
- •Duplicate entries: Identical lines are treated as separate items and may appear next to each other.
- •Large lists: The tool handles long lists, but very large inputs may take a moment to process.
- •Not cryptographic: For high-stakes lotteries, consider audited random number generators — this tool suits everyday fair picks.
Shuffle Your Lines Now
Whether you are picking a random contest winner, mixing quiz questions, or reordering a playlist, our free line shuffler randomizes your list fairly with the Fisher-Yates algorithm in your browser.
Scroll up, paste your text, and shuffle instantly. No registration required, completely free, and your list stays 100% private on Quick Note.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I shuffle lines of text?
Paste your text with one item per line into the input box and click Shuffle All Lines to randomize the order using the Fisher-Yates algorithm.
Is the shuffle truly random?
Yes. The tool uses the Fisher-Yates (Knuth) shuffle algorithm with secure random values, providing an unbiased permutation where every arrangement is equally likely.
Can I shuffle again for a different order?
Yes. Click Shuffle All Lines or Reshuffle multiple times to get a different random arrangement each time.
Can I preserve empty lines while shuffling?
Yes. Use Shuffle Non-Empty Only to randomize only lines with content while keeping empty lines in their original positions.
Is my text uploaded to a server?
No. All processing happens locally in your browser. Your text is never uploaded to any server.
Can I download the shuffled text?
Yes. Click the Download button to save your shuffled text as a .txt file.
What is the Fisher-Yates shuffle?
Fisher-Yates (also known as Knuth shuffle) is an algorithm for generating random permutations. It produces unbiased results where every permutation is equally likely.
Can I use this for picking random winners?
Yes. This tool is well suited for randomizing contest entries, giveaway participants, or any list where you need fair random selection.