Sound Settings & Features
What sound options are available?
Spin the Names includes customizable sound options to enhance your spinning experience:
- During-spin sounds: Audio that plays while the wheel is spinning
- Winner sounds: Celebratory sounds that play when a winner is selected
- Volume controls: Separate volume settings for both sound types
- Mute option: Quickly silence all sounds when needed
How do I change the spinning sound?
To customize the sound that plays during spinning:
- Click on the settings icon or open the wheel settings panel
- Navigate to the "Sound" or "Audio" tab
- Select "During Spin Sound" options
- Choose from the available sound options in the dropdown menu
- Use the volume slider to adjust the during-spin sound volume
- Click "Save" or "Apply" to confirm your changes
How do I change the winner sound?
To customize the sound that plays when a winner is selected:
- Access the wheel settings panel
- Navigate to the "Sound" or "Audio" tab
- Select "Winner Sound" options
- Choose from the available winner sound effects
- Use the volume slider to adjust the winner sound volume
- Click "Save" or "Apply" to confirm your changes
Can I control the volume of sounds?
Yes, Spin the Names offers separate volume controls for different sound types:
- During-spin volume: Controls only the volume of sounds playing while the wheel spins
- Winner sound volume: Controls only the volume of the sound that plays when a winner is selected
- Master volume/Mute: Quickly mute or unmute all sounds using the volume icon in the toolbar
These separate controls allow you to customize your audio experience - for example, you might want a subtle sound during spinning but a more prominent celebration sound for winners.
Why aren't sounds playing?
If you're not hearing sounds when using the wheel, check the following:
- Make sure your device's volume is turned up
- Check if the app is muted (look for a muted volume icon in the toolbar)
- Verify that both volume sliders in the sound settings aren't set to zero
- Ensure your browser allows websites to play audio (check site permissions)
- Try using a different browser if the issue persists
Are sounds available on all devices?
Sound features are available on most devices and modern browsers. However:
- Mobile devices may require interaction before sounds can play (due to browser policies)
- Some older browsers might have limited sound support
- School or work networks might block audio features
- Embedded wheels might have restricted sound capabilities
The wheel will still function properly for selection purposes even if sounds are unavailable.