WPS Sort on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 23, 2026

These FAQ entries cover 3 common questions about sort results, removing sorting, and view impact, followed by a short glossary for key terms.

FAQ

What should I do if the sort result is not what I expected?

  1. Check whether you selected the correct sort field.
  2. Make sure the field uses a consistent data type, especially for numbers stored as text.
  3. Open Sort Criteria again and adjust the field or sort order.

How do I remove sorting and return to the previous viewing order?

  1. Click Sort on the toolbar.
  2. Open Sort Criteria.
  3. Remove the existing sort conditions.
  4. Return to the data table and review the record order again.

Does sorting affect other collaborators' views?

  1. Sorting affects the display order of the current view.
  2. Different views can use their own sorting rules.
  3. In collaborative work, confirm whether the team is using the same view before changing sort settings.

Glossary

TermMeaning
AscendingArranges records from smaller to larger values, earlier to later dates, or A to Z.
DescendingArranges records from larger to smaller values, later to earlier dates, or Z to A.
Multi-field sortingUses two or more fields to define sort priority, applying earlier rules before later ones.