To sort by date in Google Sheets, you have several effective methods:
- Using the SORT function:
- Enter a formula like =SORT(range, sort_column, TRUE) where 'range' is your data range, 'sort_column' is the column number to sort by, and TRUE sorts in ascending (oldest first) order. This method creates a dynamic sorted output.
- Using the Sort Range tool:
- Select your data range, go to Data > Sort range, enable "Data has header row" if applicable, select the date column, and click Sort. This sorts your existing data in place.
- Using the column filter:
- Select the date column, go to Data > Create a filter, click the filter icon in the date column header, and choose Sort A→Z (oldest to newest) or Sort Z→A (newest to oldest).
Important: Ensure all date values are properly formatted as dates in Google Sheets for accurate sorting. These approaches let you organize your spreadsheet chronologically by date efficiently.
