String Sorter Online Tool

Organize your text alphabetically with just one click

Tip: Press Ctrl+Enter to sort, Ctrl+Shift+C to copy

How to use this text sorter

Our straightforward tool helps you organize text in seconds with just a few clicks.

  • Paste your text - Works best with one item per line
  • Choose sort order - A-Z or Z-A
  • Adjust options - Case sensitivity, empty lines, etc.
  • Copy results - Ready to use anywhere

Common uses

This handy tool isn't just for lists—it's perfect for a variety of sorting tasks you might encounter.

  • Alphabetize lists of names or items
  • Organize vocabulary or glossary terms
  • Sort programming keywords or functions
  • Clean up exported data from spreadsheets
  • Arrange song playlists or movie titles
  • Order research data or survey responses

Advanced sorting techniques

Get the most out of our sorter with these pro tips and techniques.

Multi-level sorting strategies

Need to sort by multiple criteria? First sort by last name, then add a special character between fields. For example: "Smith|John" and "Adams|Amy" become sortable together.

Handling special characters

Special characters and symbols follow ASCII order. Numbers come first, then uppercase letters, then lowercase. Use the trim option to clean unwanted characters.

Tips & Tricks

Learn how to overcome common challenges and work more efficiently with text sorting.

Why are my uppercase letters sorting first?

That's how case-sensitive sorting works (A-Z then a-z). Uncheck "Case sensitive" to mix cases alphabetically.

Can I sort numbers correctly?

Regular sorting treats numbers as text (1, 10, 2). Enable "Natural/Numeric sort" for proper numerical ordering (1, 2, 10).

How do I sort paragraphs without losing structure?

First replace paragraph breaks with a special character (like ###), sort, then convert back. This preserves your paragraph structure while reordering content.

What's the best way to handle large files?

For very large lists (10,000+ items), consider splitting into chunks. Our tool handles substantial lists, but browser memory limits vary.

Why choose our text sorter?

We've designed this tool with both power and simplicity in mind for all your organizing needs.

  • Instant processing - Get results immediately without waiting
  • No registration required - Start sorting right away, no signup needed
  • Privacy focused - Your data never leaves your browser
  • Works offline - Once loaded, no internet connection required
  • Mobile friendly - Easy sorting on any device