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Excel 2021
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Dynamic Array
=SORT()
Learn about the SORT function, which sorts the contents of a range or array. SORT is in a class of functions called dynamic arrays.
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=SORT(array,[sort_index],[sort_order],[by_col])
Hover argument names in the table for details.
Output typeArray
Popularity50 / 100
VolatileNo
Dynamic ArrayYes
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◧ Arguments
| Argument | Type | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
array |
Any type | Required | The range, or array to sort |
sort_index] |
Number | Optional | A number indicating the row or column to sort by |
sort_order] |
Number | Optional | A number indicating the desired sort order; 1 for ascending order (default), -1 for descending order |
by_col] |
Logical | Optional | A logical value indicating the desired sort direction; FALSE to sort by row (default), TRUE to sort by column |
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Example 1
=SORT(A2:C100, 3, -1)
Example 2
=SORT(UNIQUE(A2:A100))
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