# Text Randomizer

Randomize text by shuffling lines, words, or characters

> Canonical page: https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/text-randomizer

- **Category:** Text Processing

- **Keywords:** text, randomize, shuffle, random, scramble, text randomizer

## Overview

The Text Randomizer is a versatile utility designed to instantly shuffle your content by lines, words, characters, or sentences. Whether you need to create randomized test data, scramble sensitive information, or generate unique variations of a list, this tool provides a fast and reliable way to reorder your text input.

## Inputs

- **Text Input** (textarea): Enter text to randomize...
- **Randomize Type** (select)
- **Preserve Original Line/Word Count** (checkbox)
- **Random Seed (Optional)** (number): Enter seed for reproducible results

## When to use

- When you need to randomize the order of items in a list or dataset.
- When you want to create scrambled versions of text for testing or creative writing.
- When you need to generate reproducible randomized outputs using a specific seed value.

## How it works

- Paste your source text into the input area.
- Select your preferred randomization method from the dropdown menu (lines, words, characters, or sentences).
- Optionally provide a numeric seed for reproducible results or toggle the preservation of original counts.
- Click the process button to generate and copy your randomized text output.

## Use cases

- Creating randomized lists for A/B testing or survey questions.
- Scrambling text for privacy or to create placeholder content for design mockups.
- Generating unique variations of word lists for educational games or puzzles.

## Frequently asked questions

### Can I shuffle text by specific units?

Yes, you can choose to shuffle by lines, words, characters, or full sentences.

### Is the randomization reproducible?

Yes, by entering a specific number in the 'Random Seed' field, you can generate the same randomized output every time.

### Does this tool change the total amount of text?

No, if 'Preserve Original Count' is enabled, the tool ensures the total number of lines or words remains identical to your input.

### Is my data stored on your servers?

No, all text processing happens locally in your browser for your privacy and security.

### Can I use this for large blocks of text?

Yes, the tool handles large text inputs efficiently, though performance may vary based on your browser's memory capacity.

## Related tools

- [Randomize Letters in Text](https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/randomize-letters): Quickly randomize the order of letters in text
- [Randomize Text Lines](https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/randomize-text-lines): Quickly randomize the order of lines in text
- [Randomize Words in Text](https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/randomize-words): Quickly randomize the order of words in text
- [Sort Words in Text](https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/sort-words): Quickly sort words alphabetically, numerically, or by their length
- [Sort Text Lines](https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/text-basic-sorter): Quickly sort lines alphabetically, numerically, or by their length
- [Sort Text Lines Enhanced](https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/text-enhanced-sorter): Sort lines alphabetically, numerically, or by their length with advanced options
- [Text Reverser](https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/text-reverser): Reverse characters, words, or lines in text
- [Text Sorter](https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/text-sorter): Sort lines, words, or characters alphabetically

## Samples

- [Text with Emoji Samples](https://elysiatools.com/en/samples/text-with-emoji-samples): Mixed language text containing various Unicode emojis for testing emoji extraction
- [Chinese-English Mixed Text Samples](https://elysiatools.com/en/samples/text-chinese-english-mixed-samples): Sample text files with mixed Chinese and English content for testing automatic spacing tools
- [Text Case Format Samples](https://elysiatools.com/en/samples/text-case-formats): Examples of different text case formats: camelCase, snake_case, kebab-case, PascalCase, and more
- [Text with Chinese Samples](https://elysiatools.com/en/samples/text-with-chinese-samples): Mixed language text containing Chinese characters for testing Chinese extraction