Randomize Sentences in Text

Shuffle the order of sentences to create random variations.

Input Text
Shuffled Text
And this is the third sentence. This is the first sentence. Here is the second sentence.

Statistics

Sentences3
Words16
Characters88

Sentence Detection

Punctuation:
Splits on . ! ? marks
Preserves:
Original sentence structure intact

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The Randomize Sentences Tool shuffles sentence order using the Fisher-Yates algorithm for true randomness. Perfect for creative writing experiments, testing reading comprehension, or evaluating NLP systems' coherence detection.

How to Use

  1. Enter text - Paste paragraphs or upload .txt files
  2. Auto-shuffle - Sentences are randomly rearranged instantly
  3. View statistics - See sentence count, words, characters
  4. Download - Save shuffled result as TXT

Common Use Cases

Creative Exploration

Discover unexpected narrative flows and break linear thinking patterns in writing.

Comprehension Testing

Test if students understand content vs. just memorizing sentence order.

NLP Coherence Testing

Test if systems detect logical flow vs. just pattern-match expected sequences.

Example

Original Flow
This is the first sentence. Here is the second sentence. And this is the third sentence.
Shuffled (Random)
And this is the third sentence. This is the first sentence. Here is the second sentence.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does sentence detection work?

The tool automatically detects sentences by identifying punctuation marks (periods, exclamation points, question marks). Each sentence maintains its original content and punctuation - only the order changes.

Will this break paragraph structure?

Yes. The tool shuffles sentences globally across the entire text, not within paragraphs. Paragraph breaks are removed, and all sentences are merged into a continuous flow after shuffling.

Why would I randomize sentences?

Sentence randomization is useful for testing reading comprehension (vs. memorization), creative writing exploration, NLP coherence testing, or checking if systems rely too heavily on expected narrative flow.

Does this work with abbreviations like Dr. or Mr.?

The tool may treat abbreviations as sentence endings. For best results with texts heavy in abbreviations, you might need to preprocess them first (e.g., 'Dr.' → 'Doctor').

Can I use this for creative writing?

Absolutely! Writers use sentence shuffling to discover unexpected narrative flows, break linear thinking patterns, create surreal or experimental prose, or find new ways to arrange existing ideas.

How does this test comprehension vs memorization?

If students can answer questions about shuffled text, they truly understand the content. If they can't, they may have just memorized the original sequence. This distinguishes real comprehension from pattern recognition.

Can I upload files?

Yes! Click the Upload button to load .txt files. Perfect for batch processing documents, creating test variations, or experimenting with longer texts.

Will dialogue get confused?

Yes. Since dialogue sentences are treated like any other sentence, 'He said, "Hello." She replied, "Hi."' will be split and shuffled separately, potentially separating dialogue from attribution.

Can I download the result?

Yes! Click the TXT button to download your shuffled text as a plain text file. The filename includes a timestamp for easy organization.

Is my text private?

100% yes. All processing happens locally in your browser using JavaScript. Your text never leaves your device, and nothing is sent to our servers. Completely private and secure.