How to Sort Data in MS Access
- George Apostolov
How to Sort Data in MS Access: step-by-step guide
In the 'Navigation Pane', double-click the table you want to sort.
Click the column header of the field you want to sort.
On the Ribbon, go to the 'Home' tab.
In the 'Sort & Filter' group, click 'Ascending' or 'Descending'.
The sort order applies automatically.
Save the data sorted by clicking the 'Save' button.
Quick answer: To sort data in MS Access, open the table from the Navigation Pane, select a column header, go to the Home tab on the Ribbon, click Ascending or Descending in the Sort & Filter group, and save the sorted data using the Save button.
About this tutorial
Organize table records quickly inside the app by applying ascending or descending sort orders and saving the changes. This guide shows how to sort Data in MS Access in 6 steps, starting with "In the 'Navigation Pane', double-click the table you want to sort" and finishing with "Save the data sorted by clicking the 'Save' button". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real product interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to sort Data in MS Access?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
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