Google Sheets: Sorting Data By Date

Google Sheets can be helpful in so many ways, such as compiling records and the like. Due to its advancement and features, it’s beneficial, especially for recording complex data large in quantity. However, having a lot of data can be too disorganized and confusing, making it difficult to locate specific information.

Nevertheless, with Google Sheets, you can quickly sort your data in different ways, may it be alphabetically or according to their dates, if any. The steps subsequently displayed will show you how to organize your data by date. Follow it, and you won’t ever find it challenging to locate specific records once again. 

1. Go to Google Sheets then log into your account.

Depending on your preferences, there are several ways to sort data in Google Sheets. If your spreadsheet contains a lot of dates and you want to organize it, you can sort your data by their dates. Simply follow the steps outlined below to get started.

2. Select all the data to be sorted.

Once your data is complete, and everything has been entered into the sheet, highlight the information you will need to sort. After you’ve selected the correct cells, a blue outline will appear around them.

3. Click the “Data” button on the menu bar.

After you’ve picked the particular cells, click the “Data” button in the menu bar. A drop-down menu will appear with all of the editing buttons available for your data when you click this.

4. Select “Sort range” from the drop-down menu.

The drop-down menu is divided into six sections, so look for the option labeled “Sort range.” Pressing this will allow a dialog box to show up on your screen.

5. Edit the information in the “Sort range” dialog box.

There are three parts to the Sort range dialog box that you will need to edit. First and foremost, you must determine whether or not your spreadsheet contains a header row. If it does, check the box next to the label “Data has a header row,” but if it does not, leave the box unchecked. Choose how Google Sheets will sort your data in the second section. In this case, the “Sort by” section must be set to “Date.”

Finally, decide whether you want the items in ascending or descending order. If you’re going to arrange your data in ascending order, select “A-Z,” but if you’re going to put it in descending order, select “Z-A.”

6. To save the changes, tap the “Sort” button.

Once you’ve ensured that all inputs are correct, all that remains is for you to click the “Sort” button to save all of the changes you’ve made to your spreadsheet.

Endnotes

Proper organization is a must as it not only improves the layout of your spreadsheet but also saves you both time and effort in locating specific information. Always remember that the primary purpose of using Google Sheets in formulating your spreadsheets is to achieve convenience. Therefore, it’s never too late to know its features, as these will help you lessen your workloads.