WPS Sort on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 21, 2026

When using Sort, common questions usually focus on sorting results, restoring the original order, and automatic sorting; this page includes 3 frequent questions and 3 glossary terms.

FAQ

Why does the sorting result not match what I expected?

  1. Check whether the current sort field uses the correct data type.
  2. If the field stores numbers, dates, or similar values, make sure the field type matches the content.
  3. Apply the sort rule again and review whether the result becomes correct.

How do I remove sorting and return to the default order?

  1. Click Sort on the toolbar.
  2. Find the current sort conditions.
  3. Remove the sort conditions and check whether the table returns to the unsorted state.

Why are new entries not sorted automatically?

  1. Confirm that at least one sort condition has already been set.
  2. Check whether Automatic Sorting is turned on.
  3. If it is off, click Automatic Sorting and enter content again to verify the result.

Glossary

TermDefinition
AscendingA record order that goes from smaller to larger, earlier to later, or A to Z.
DescendingA record order that goes from larger to smaller, later to earlier, or Z to A.
Multi-field sortingA sorting method that first sorts by one field and then refines the order with a second or additional fields.