Text Sorter
Sort lines of text alphabetically, by length, or numerically — ascending or descending.
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How to use this calculator
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Enter one item per line in the text box.
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Choose a sort order and whether to remove duplicates.
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The sorted list appears instantly below.
Frequently asked questions
Can I sort a comma-separated list?
Not directly — paste each item on its own line first. You can replace commas with newlines using a text editor find/replace, then sort here.
How does alphabetical sorting handle numbers?
Alphabetical sort treats numbers as text, so "10" sorts before "2" (because "1" < "2"). For correct numeric sorting, use the Numerically option.
Is the random shuffle truly random?
It uses the Fisher-Yates shuffle algorithm, which produces a uniform random permutation. Each result is independent — running twice on the same list will likely give different orders.
Sorting lines of text: alphabetical, numeric, and by length
How to use the text sorter
Use this text sorter to ort lines of text alphabetically, by length, or numerically — ascending or descending. Enter your values above and get your result in seconds. The tool is free, works on all devices, and keeps your data private — nothing is stored or shared.
How the text sorter works
The text sorter uses standard formulas used in writing, editing, content creation, and text formatting. Enter your inputs, and the tool calculates the result instantly in your browser. No server-side processing means your data stays on your device. Results update in real time as you change inputs.
Who uses this text sorter
This tool is used by writers, editors, developers, and anyone working with text. Whether you need a quick estimate or a precise figure for a decision, this text sorter delivers reliable results. It is especially useful when you need to check a calculation without opening a spreadsheet or searching for a formula.
Alphabetical sorting
Alphabetical sort uses locale-aware comparison (localeCompare), which handles accented characters correctly. "ä" sorts near "a", "é" near "e". Case is treated consistently — uppercase A and lowercase a are treated equally for sort order.
Common use cases
Sorting a list of names, cities, or products. Alphabetizing a bibliography or reference list. Deduplicating a list of emails or URLs. Randomizing a list of options for fair selection.
Text sorter: how it works
Text processing tools save time in copywriting, programming, data entry, and content management. This tool handles repetitive text manipulation so you can focus on the creative or analytical work that matters.
Who uses this tool?
Writers, developers, marketers, and data teams use it whenever formatted text is needed quickly. It saves time compared to manual editing and eliminates case-conversion mistakes in large documents.
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