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CSV Tools

CSV Sampler

Extract a random sample of N rows from a CSV.

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What is Sample?

A random row sampler: specify how many rows you want, optionally with a seed, and get a subset back with headers intact.

How it works

Rows are shuffled with a seeded PRNG and the first N are returned, so the sample is reproducible for a given seed.

  1. Enter your input. Type or paste your input into the field above — the tool responds instantly.
  2. Review the result. Output updates live as you type. Everything runs entirely in your browser.
  3. Copy or download. Use the Copy button to grab the result, or Download to save it as a file.

Examples

Realistic sample

Paste or type any realistic input — the tool computes the result locally and instantly.

Common mistakes

Expecting a server round-trip

Nothing is uploaded — every tool in this category runs entirely in your browser.

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