Name Picker Wheel — How it works & how to use
Random name spinner • fun decision maker • perfect for raffles, classrooms, and team games
Overview
Name Picker Wheel lets you spin the wheel to pick a random name instantly. Whether you're hosting giveaways, classroom quizzes, raffle draws, or team activities, this interactive name spinner makes random selection exciting and fair. Add participants’ names, load them onto the wheel, and click SPIN to see who the lucky winner is! The app includes a light/dark theme switch, sound effects, fullscreen mode, confetti celebration, and persistent result history. Designed for both desktop and mobile, the Name Picker Wheel offers smooth animations, customizable inputs, and an easy way to manage player lists.
How to use — step by step
1. Add names
- Type the participant or player name in the input box.
- Click Add (+) or press Enter to include it in the list.
- All added names appear under the Player List panel.
2. Load names to wheel
- Click Load to Wheel to update the wheel with your added names.
- Each name becomes a colorful slice on the wheel.
3. Spin the wheel
- Press the SPIN button to start the random selection.
- The wheel spins smoothly and gradually slows down to reveal the chosen name.
4. View and manage the result
- The winning name appears in a result modal with a confetti celebration.
- Use Done to confirm or Remove to exclude the name from future spins.
5. Review the history
- Check the Results panel to see previously selected names.
- Click Clear Results to reset the list.
6. Fullscreen and Sound Effects
- Click the Fullscreen icon to switch to distraction-free view.
- Toggle the Sound button to enable or mute effects.
Tips & Features
✔ Easy Input: Add unlimited names for small or large groups.
✔ Customizable: Edit or remove names anytime before spinning.
✔ Realistic Spin: Smooth animation with random deceleration ensures fairness.
✔ Multi-theme: Switch between Light and Dark modes anytime.
✔ Accessible: Works perfectly on both mobile and desktop browsers.
Use Cases
- 🎉 Classroom random student picker
- 🏆 Raffle and giveaway winner selector
- 👥 Team games and group activity spinner
- 💼 Meeting ice-breaker name picker
- 📱 Fun social media contest picker