Use WPS Sort through 2 how-to topics, both available without membership; choose a topic from the index and follow the steps to sort or restore data.
How-to Index
| No. | Topic | Membership Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Sort data from the Tools panel | Free |
| 2 | 2. Quick sort from the floating column menu | Free |
How-to Guide
1. Sort data from the Tools panel
Entry: Bottom Tools > Data > Ascending / Descending
- Select the data range you want to sort.
- Tap the Tools tab at the bottom.
- Tap Data.
- In the panel, select Ascending or Descending.
- If you want to cancel the result, use Undo.
Success Criteria
- Interface result: The selected data is rearranged according to the chosen order.
- What you can do next: You can continue editing, filtering, saving, or sharing the spreadsheet.
- Side effect check: The sorted result remains in the current file until you undo it.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: If you do not select the target range first, the result may not match your expectation.
- Environment note: If the file is in read-only mode, switch to an editable state first.
2. Quick sort from the floating column menu
Entry: Select a column to open the floating menu > Ascending / Descending
- Tap the column you want to sort to open the floating column menu.
- Select Ascending or Descending.
- If you want to restore the previous order, use Undo.
Success Criteria
- Interface result: Data related to the current column is reordered by the selected rule.
- What you can do next: You can review the result or repeat sorting on another column.
- Side effect check: The current sorted result remains until you undo it.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: Selecting the wrong column range can sort the wrong data.
- Environment note: Confirm that the intended data range is complete before sorting.