Write the names along the top and the outcomes along the bottom, then build a ladder. Tapping a name traces the line down so everyone can watch the path instead of trusting a number generator.
The ladder is drawn so that no two rungs sit side by side on the same row, which keeps every branch a real choice, and so that every gap between columns is used at least once, which stops a line from dropping straight to its own starting slot.
Useful for settling who buys coffee, picking a presentation order, or splitting chores.
How it works
- Set the number of people, from two to eight.
- Type the names on top and the outcomes below, or use one of the quick fills.
- Build the ladder, then tap a name to trace that line.
- Reveal the rest, or build a new ladder to start over.
Frequently asked questions
Is the result actually random?
The rungs are placed with the browser's random number generator each time you build. Nothing about the order of names changes the odds.
Can two people land on the same outcome?
No. A ladder is a one-to-one mapping, so each outcome is reached by exactly one line. That is the property that makes it useful for assigning chores or an order.
Are the names saved?
No. Names and outcomes stay in the page and are cleared when you close or refresh it.
Why did the ladder redraw when I rotated my phone?
The drawing is measured from the width available, so a rotation recomputes the coordinates. Traces you already revealed are drawn again in place.