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Name Roller
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How to use Name Roller
Start rolling, then select Stop and reveal. The cycling labels are decorative. The result is sampled when you stop.
Each draw runs in your browser. Use Reset to start with a fresh pool. See the quick-start guide for setup and the FAQ for storage and draw rules.
Examples — 10 Real-World Ways to Use This Tool
- Test When the Name Roller Chooses a SpeakerA facilitator wants to explain the difference between the changing preview and the result before running a retrospective.4 entries · 1 pick
- Pick Students from a 30-Name Class ListA teacher needs three students to summarize three stations from a 30-person roster.30 entries · 3 picks
- Use an Audio Cue to Run a Remote Speaker DrawThree teammates are on a call, and one can hear the meeting but cannot see the shared tab.3 entries · 1 pick
- Choose a Workshop PresenterFour workshop tables are setting up prototypes, but the first demonstration cannot begin until a shared camera is ready.4 entries · 1 pick
- Run Repeated Speaking PracticeThree language learners are willing to answer multiple practice prompts.3 entries · 3 picks
- Use a Name Roller with Long NamesA workshop badge list uses full display names to distinguish people.3 entries · 1 pick
- Draw Two Ticket Holders Across Timed DemonstrationsA workshop has 50 tickets and two demonstrations. The second participant should be called only when the second station is ready.50 entries · 2 picks
- Randomize Audience Q&A ParticipationA panel has time for three audience questions and fourteen sign-ups.14 entries · 3 picks
- Choose a Team Check-In RepresentativeFive teams need one team to share a cross-functional update.5 entries · 1 pick
- Use the Name Roller with Keyboard ControlsA facilitator operates a meeting laptop using the keyboard.3 entries · 1 pick
