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title: "How to Enable Column Data Sorting in WordPress Tables?"
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# How to Enable Column Data Sorting in WordPress Tables?

## Key Takeaways

- WordPress does not natively allow users to sort tables, so sorting becomes a manual limitation when a site includes a lot of data.
- The Nexter Blocks Data Table block sorts WordPress table data alphabetically or by number in ascending or descending order.
- Extra Settings > Table Sortable turns on sortable arrows in each table header column, and the block requires Nexter Blocks to be installed and activated.

Sorting WordPress tables can be a daunting task, but it is an essential component of managing any website, especially if it includes a lot of data. It may seem simple, but WordPress does not natively allow users to sort tables. This limitation can cause frustration and inefficiencies when trying to organise and analyse data.

Fortunately, with the Data Table block from The Nexter Blocks you can easily sort data (alphabet or number) in ascending or descending order of a WordPress table.

*To check the complete feature overview documentation of the Nexter Blocks* Data Table block, [click here](/docs/data-table-block-settings-overview/).

***Requirement  - This block is a part of the Nexter Blocks***, make sure its installed & activated to enjoy all its powers.

[LIVE BLOCK LINK](https://nexterwp.com/nexter-blocks/blocks/wordpress-data-table/)

To do this, add the block on the page, once you’ve added content to your table go to the **Extra Settings** tab > **Table Sortable** and turn on the toggle.

![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/data-table-table-sortable-new.png)

It will add a sortable arrow on each table header column which you can use to sort the data.

This is how you can make your WordPress table sortable. 

Sorting is a crucial feature that can significantly improve the usability and user experience of a table on a website. By allowing visitors to sort the data in a table based on specific criteria, such as alphabetically or numerically, you can make it easier for them to find and compare the information.

Also, check [How to Add Search Bar to WordPress Table](https://nexterwp.com/docs/add-search-to-wordpress-table/).