Column Sorting
Enable column sorting to let users reorder rows directly from the table header. Sorting works across text, numbers, and dates, and updates instantly without reloading the page.
How to enable
- Edit the table macro or import dialog.
- Enable Column sorting.
- Save or publish — sortable headers will appear.
Click a column header to sort ascending. Click again to reverse the order. Sorting is applied instantly on the current dataset.
What to expect
- Sorting applies to the full dataset currently loaded in the table.
- Works with text, numeric, and date-based columns.
- Sorting is client-side and updates instantly.
Why it matters
Sorting helps users quickly organize data to find what matters—top values, alphabetical lists, or time-based ordering—without additional tools or exports.
Support Agent
Acme Co — Customer Support
Context and challenge:
Support teams often work with large lists of tickets where priority, status, and time are key. Without sorting, important items can be harder to spot.
Solution – Column sorting:
By sorting the “Priority” column descending, high-priority tickets appear first. Sorting by date helps identify the oldest or newest requests instantly.
Benefits:
• Faster triage: focus on the most important items first.
• Clear ordering: everyone sees the same prioritized view.
• Flexible analysis: switch between priority, date, or status in one click.
• Scales easily: works the same for small and large datasets.
Impact:
Teams can prioritize work more effectively and maintain a clearer overview of active tasks.
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