How to Sort Rows in Smartsheet
- George Apostolov
How to Sort Rows in Smartsheet: step-by-step guide
Hover your mouse cursor over the column header you want to edit, then click its corresponding 'Column Menu' button.
Pick 'Sort Rows' from the list of options.
After that, click the 'Sort Item By' menu.
Choose one from the available choices.
Subsequently, tick the radio button next to your preferred sorting format. You can select 'Ascending' or 'Descending' according to your liking.
Repeat the same series of steps if you want to add more conditions.
Once done, click 'OK' to apply the changes.
After completing these steps, the rows under the selected column will be sorted based on your input.
Quick answer: To sort rows in Smartsheet, hover over the column header, click the Column Menu button, and pick Sort Rows. Click the Sort Item By menu, choose a choice, and select Ascending or Descending. Repeat for more conditions, then click OK to apply the changes.
About this Smartsheet tutorial
Organize your Smartsheet data efficiently by sorting rows using custom column menus, sorting items, and choosing ascending or descending formats. This guide shows how to sort Rows in Smartsheet in 8 steps, starting with "Hover your mouse cursor over the column header you want to edit, then click its corresp..." and finishing with "After completing these steps, the rows under the selected column will be sorted based o...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Smartsheet 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 Rows in Smartsheet?
8 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 Smartsheet data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Smartsheet. Related guides: How to Use Data Shuffle in Smartsheet, How to Use Smartsheet For Project Management and How to Use Smartsheet for Team Collaboration. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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