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The Hat

Handy, free random name picker and list randomizer for Windows. Created by Harmony Hollow

Free
Windows

Introducing The Hat Deluxe, a powerful Windows solution that offers a fun and easy way to automatically determine a random order from a list of any amount of names. You can even use it to pick individual names for raffle and sweepstakes winners or pick any amount of names at a time to divide a large group into random smaller groups, complete with cool animation and sound effects.

Features:
- Simple, easy-to-use interface.
- Great for teachers or parents.
- Handles any size list of names.
- Import names from a text file or paste from the Clipboard.
- Save and load lists for different occasions, classes, etc. from within the program
- Optional special effects while shuffling names.
- Pick individual names one at a time or any amount at a time to select random smaller groups from a large group.
- Cool animation and sound effects when drawing names. Actually shows names being drawn from a hat, bucket, or other fun containers.
- Fairly settle arguments between kids about "who goes first", etc.
- Print or save results to a file for future reference.
- Absolutely free!... More Info »

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The Hat was added by Qw4rtz in Aug 2016 and the latest update was made in Feb 2018. The list of alternatives was updated Apr 2018 There is a history of all activites on The Hat in our Activity Log. It's possible to update the information on The Hat or report it as discontinued, duplicated or spam.

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