Wheel of Names

Spin the Wheel – Random Name Picker

Introduction of Spin the Wheel

Spin The Wheel is a powerful random selector tool that helps you make random decisions with an interactive wheel spinner. Whether you need a random name picker for classroom activities, a Picker Wheel for giveaways, or a wheel of names for team selection, this tool delivers an engaging user experience with professional features.

This Name Picker Wheel offers more than just random selection – it’s a complete solution for training sessions, games, raffles, and any situation requiring fair random picking.

What is Wheel of Names?

This wheel maker allows you to create a customizable spinning wheel with your own entries. Similar to the famous Wheel of Fortune, our tool provides:

Visual spinning animation with realistic physics
Random selection with guaranteed fairness
Customizable settings for every occasion
Mobile-friendly design that works on all devices
Results tracking to maintain history

How to Use the Random Picker

Basic Steps:

Add Your Entries – Click the “➕ Add Entry” button to create entry boxes
Enter Names – Type names, numbers, or options in each box
Spin the Wheel – Click the yellow “SPIN” button in the center
View Winner – See the result with confetti celebration and applause

Button Functions & Features

Entries Tab – Entry Management

1. ➕ Add Entry Button

Purpose: Creates a new entry box for the wheel
Function: Adds one empty entry field at a time
Auto-scroll: Automatically scrolls to show your new entry
Best for: Building your wheel of names one by one

2. 🔀 Shuffle Button

Purpose: Randomizes the order of all entries on the wheel
Function: Rearranges entries in random positions
Use case: Ensures fair distribution before spinning
Perfect for: Eliminating position bias in your random selection

3. 🗑️ Clear All Button

Purpose: Removes all entries from the wheel at once
Function: Resets the wheel to start fresh
Warning: This action cannot be undone
Ideal for: Starting a new random decision session

4. ✕ Remove Button (Individual)

Purpose: Deletes a specific entry from the wheel
Location: Right side of each entry box
Function: Removes only that single entry
Great for: Eliminating winners or unwanted options

SPIN Button (Center)

The main wheel spinner button with these characteristics:

Yellow color with black border – Easy to spot and click
Centered position – Always accessible during use
Touch-friendly – Works perfectly on mobile devices
Disabled during spin – Prevents multiple simultaneous spins
Size: Large enough for easy clicking (112px diameter on desktop, 80px on mobile)

How it works: Click to start the wheel spinning with realistic physics and easing animation that gradually slows down to select a winner.

Results Tab – History Tracking

Result Display Features:

Winner name – Shows who was selected
Result number – Tracks the order of winners (#1, #2, #3, etc.)
Timestamp – Records exact time of each spin
Chronological order – Newest results appear at the top

Purpose: Keep track of all selections during training sessions, games, or random decision making.

Settings Panel – Customization Options

1. Remove Duplicates Toggle

Function: Automatically removes duplicate entries from your list
When to use: For fair random selection where each name should appear only once
Example: If you accidentally added “John” twice, this removes the duplicate

2. Slow Spin Toggle

Function: Makes the wheel spin 3x longer than normal
Purpose: Creates more suspense and excitement
Best for: Live events, presentations, or dramatic reveals
Effect: Extends the anticipation for better user experience

3. Applause Toggle

Function: Plays applause sound when a winner is selected
Default: ON (enabled by default)
Volume control: Adjustable with the volume slider below
Great for: Celebrations and positive reinforcement

4. Confetti Toggle

Function: Launches colorful confetti animation when spinning stops
Default: ON (enabled by default)
Colors: Gold (#FFD700), black, and white
Duration: 3 seconds of celebration
Perfect for: Making winners feel special

5. Simple Mode Toggle

Function: Disables the winner modal popup
Purpose: Quick, streamlined random selection
When to use: Multiple rapid spins needed
Effect: Winner is selected silently without popup

6. Spin Time Slider (1-60 seconds)

Function: Controls how long the wheel spins
Default: 5 seconds
Range: 1 to 60 seconds
Display: Shows current value (e.g., “5s”)
Note: Slow Spin multiplies this by 3x

7. Volume Slider (0-100%)

Function: Adjusts applause sound volume
Default: 20%
Range: 0% (mute) to 100% (maximum)
Display: Shows percentage value
Applies to: All sound effects in the random selector tool

8. Win Message Input Field

Function: Customize the congratulatory message shown to winners
Default: “Congratulations!”
Examples:
“You’re the winner!”
“Selected for the prize!”
“Chosen for this round!”
Display: Appears in the winner modal popup

Winner Modal Popup Buttons

When a winner is selected (unless Simple Mode is on), a popup appears with:

1. Close Button

Purpose: Dismisses the winner popup
Function: Returns you to the main screen
Winner remains: Entry stays on the wheel

2. Remove from Wheel Button

Purpose: Removes the winner from future spins
Function: Automatically deletes the winning entry
Use case: Perfect for “no repeat winners” scenarios
One-click: Instantly removes and closes the modal

Use Cases for This Random Decision Tool

1. Classroom & Training Sessions

Select students for presentations
Random team assignments
Quiz participant selection
Classroom activity picker

2. Business & Teams

Meeting presenter selection
Break order during conferences
Random task assignment
Team building activities

3. Giveaways & Contests

Social media prize draws
Raffle winner selection
Door prize selection
Random giveaway picker

4. Games & Entertainment

Truth or dare spinner
Random challenge selector
Game night activity picker
Party game decision maker

5. Daily Decisions

Restaurant picker
Movie selection
Activity chooser
Random decision making for any choice

Advanced Features

Auto-Scroll Functionality

When you add new entries, the tool automatically scrolls to show your newest addition, ensuring smooth user experience without manual scrolling.

Mobile Optimization

Touch-friendly buttons (minimum 44px tap targets)
Responsive wheel that resizes for any screen
Vertical layout on mobile (wheel on top, settings below)
No keyboard zoom on inputs (prevents annoying zoom-in on mobile)

Fair Random Selection

The wheel spinner uses JavaScript’s Math.random() with physics-based animation to ensure truly random results. The final winner is determined mathematically, not visually.

Color Scheme

Gold/Yellow: Represents winning, celebration, and positivity
White: Clean, professional appearance
Black: Sharp contrast and readability

Tips for Best Results

For Training Sessions:

Enable “Remove Duplicates” to ensure fairness
Use “Slow Spin” for dramatic effect
Keep “Applause” and “Confetti” ON for encouragement
Use “Remove from Wheel” to avoid repeat selections

For Quick Decisions:

Enable “Simple Mode” to skip popups
Set “Spin Time” to 1-2 seconds
Turn off “Confetti” for faster results
Disable “Slow Spin” for rapid selection

For Live Events:

Use longer “Spin Time” (10-15 seconds)
Enable “Slow Spin” for maximum suspense
Keep volume at 50-75% for room size
Customize “Win Message” for your event theme

Standalone vs. React App Version

Standalone HTML File

✅ Works directly in browser
✅ No installation needed
✅ Can run offline
✅ Just download and double-click

React Web App

✅ Modern web application
✅ Hosted online
✅ Regular updates
✅ Cloud-based access

Both versions include identical features and provide the same excellent user experience!

Technical Specifications

Canvas-based wheel rendering for smooth animations
Physics simulation for realistic spinning motion
Confetti library integration for celebrations
Responsive design (mobile, tablet, desktop)
Touch and click support for all devices
No registration required – instant access

Conclusion

This Wheel of Names tool combines the excitement of a Wheel of Fortune with the practicality of a professional random selector tool. Whether you need a Name Picker Wheel for training sessions, a wheel of names for classroom activities, or a simple random decision maker, this tool delivers reliability and fun.

The intuitive interface, comprehensive customization options, and mobile-friendly design make it perfect for any random selection need. From random name picker functionality to random number generation, this wheel maker handles it all with style.

Start spinning today and experience the fairest, most engaging way to make random selections!

Quick Reference: All Buttons at a Glance

Button	Location	Function
➕ Add Entry	Entries Tab	Adds new entry box
🔀 Shuffle	Entries Tab	Randomizes entry order
🗑️ Clear All	Entries Tab	Removes all entries
✕ Remove	Each Entry	Deletes individual entry
SPIN	Center of Wheel	Starts the spin
Close	Winner Modal	Dismisses popup
Remove from Wheel	Winner Modal	Deletes winner entry
👁️ Toggle	Settings Header	Shows/hides settings

Settings