Sort Text Lines
Sort text lines alphabetically or numerically.
100% client-side processing
Input lines: 5
Output lines: 0
Sort Text Lines puts any messy list in order — alphabetically, numerically, or by length, ascending or descending. Paste a to-do list, a spreadsheet column, or log output, and get a cleanly ordered version in one click. Everything runs in your browser.
How to Use
Paste your lines and pick how they should be ordered:
- Paste text: one entry per line — the tool sorts line by line
- Choose a mode: alphabetical, numerical, or by line length
- Set the order: ascending or descending
- Copy the result: take the sorted list wherever you need it
Features
- Alphabetical sorting by Unicode code point
- Numerical sorting that reads numbers inside your lines
- Length-based sorting, shortest to longest or reverse
- Ascending and descending order for every mode
- 100% client-side — your text never leaves your device
How the Sorting Modes Work
Alphabetical mode compares lines by Unicode code points, which has one quirk: uppercase letters come before lowercase, so “Zebra” sorts ahead of “apple”, and digits land before letters. For case-insensitive results, convert the text to one case first.
Numerical mode is smarter than plain text sorting: it pulls the first number out of each line and sorts by its value, so “Item 7” correctly precedes “Item 42” — alphabetical sorting would put “42” first because the character “4” beats “7”. Length mode simply counts characters per line, handy for spotting outliers.
Use Cases
- List cleanup: order names, keywords, or bibliography entries
- Data prep: sort exported IDs or numbered rows before import
- Logs: arrange output lines by embedded numbers
- Writing: sort words by length for poetry and word games
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does numerical sorting work?
Numerical sorting extracts the first number found in each line and uses it as the sort key. For example, "Item 42" sorts after "Item 7" because 42 is greater than 7. Lines without numbers are placed at the end.
Can I sort in reverse order?
Yes, select Descending from the Order dropdown. This reverses the sort direction so lines go from Z-A, largest to smallest, or longest to shortest depending on the mode.
Does it handle special characters?
Yes, lines are sorted by their Unicode code points (ASCII value). Special characters and symbols are sorted based on their position in the character table, typically appearing before letters and numbers.
Is my data sent to a server?
No, all sorting happens entirely in your browser. Your text never leaves your device, ensuring complete privacy.