Sort paragraphs

The simplest method for sorting paragraphs is to perform a selection sort. Using this method, you can sort specific paragraphs in the document.

To sort a selection of paragraphs:

1. Select the paragraphs you want to sort using your cursor.
2. On the ribbon, click Tools | Sort | Selection....
3. In the Sort Criteria dialog, select a sort order, and if available, define the sort hierarchy using the Keys drop-down menus. Click OK.

The paragraphs are sorted alphabetically or numerically in the order specified.

If you've already grouped the paragraphs you want to sort into a section, you can sort them using a defined set of sorting rules.

To sort paragraphs in a section:

1. Ensure you are working in Design Mode.
2. On the ribbon, click Home | Section.
3. In the Sections dialog, select the section you want to sort. Click Modify....
4. In the Section dialog, click the Sorting tab.
5. Select Enable sorting of paragraphs within section.

6. Enter a label for the sorting rules. Complete the options as required.

   Option	Description
   Form Mode Sorting	Select the permissions for sorting the section while working in Form Mode.
   Primary Key	Select the primary sorting criteria.
   Secondary Key	Select the secondary sorting criteria.
   Tertiary Key	Select the tertiary sorting criteria.

   To link the sorting rules to another sortable section, click Link. Otherwise, click OK.

7. Place your cursor inside the section you want to sort. On the ribbon, click Tools | Sort | Paragraphs....
8. In the Paragraph Sort dialog, select the sorting rules from the Sort label drop-down menu. Select a sort order, then click OK.

The paragraphs in the section sort based on the specified sorting rules.