Sort Text Lines
Sort lines of text alphabetically, numerically, or randomly with various options
Input Text0 lines
Enter or paste your text (one item per line)
Sorted Output0 lines
Your sorted or processed text
Sort Options
Choose how to sort or organize your text
Processing Options
Customize how your text is processed
Distinguish between uppercase and lowercase
Keep only unique lines
Remove leading/trailing spaces
Skip blank lines
Sort numbers naturally (file1, file2, file10)
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Features & Use Cases
Sorting Options
- • A-Z: Alphabetical ascending order
- • Z-A: Alphabetical descending order
- • Reverse: Flip the current order
- • Shuffle: Randomize line order
- • By Length: Sort by character count
- • Natural Sort: Smart number sorting
Common Use Cases
- • Organize lists alphabetically
- • Remove duplicate entries
- • Randomize items for selection
- • Sort file names naturally
- • Clean up messy text data
- • Prepare data for import
About Text Line Sorter
What is a Text Line Sorter?
A text line sorter is a powerful online tool that helps you organize, arrange, and manage lines of text efficiently. Whether you need to sort alphabetically, numerically, by length, or even randomize your content, our free text sorting tool handles it all instantly in your browser. Perfect for developers, writers, data analysts, and anyone working with lists or structured text data.
Key Features of Our Text Sorter
- Multiple Sorting Methods: Sort alphabetically (A-Z or Z-A), by line length, natural sorting for numbers, reverse order, or shuffle randomly
- Remove Duplicates: Automatically eliminate duplicate lines to clean up your data
- Remove Empty Lines: Clean up your text by removing blank lines
- Case Sensitivity Options: Choose whether to consider uppercase and lowercase letters as different
- Natural Sorting: Intelligently sort items with numbers (e.g., "file1, file2, file10" instead of "file1, file10, file2")
- Instant Results: All processing happens in your browser - fast, secure, and private
- One-Click Copy: Copy sorted results to clipboard instantly
Common Use Cases
For Developers:
- Sort CSS properties alphabetically
- Organize import statements
- Sort file names naturally
- Clean up configuration files
- Organize package dependencies
For Content Creators:
- Alphabetize bibliography entries
- Sort glossary terms
- Organize to-do lists
- Arrange contact lists
- Sort product names or SKUs
For Data Management:
- Clean CSV data before import
- Remove duplicate entries
- Sort survey responses
- Organize customer lists
- Prepare data for spreadsheets
For Education:
- Alphabetize student names
- Sort vocabulary lists
- Randomize quiz questions
- Organize reference materials
- Create study guides
How to Use the Text Line Sorter
- Enter Your Text: Paste or type your text into the input box, with each item on a separate line
- Choose Sorting Method: Select from A-Z, Z-A, reverse, shuffle, by length, or natural sort
- Configure Options: Toggle options like "Remove Duplicates," "Remove Empty Lines," or "Case Sensitive" as needed
- Get Results: Your sorted text appears instantly in the output area
- Copy & Use: Click the copy button to copy the sorted text to your clipboard
Understanding Sorting Methods
Alphabetical Sorting (A-Z / Z-A)
Sorts lines in alphabetical order, either ascending (A to Z) or descending (Z to A). Case sensitivity can be toggled to treat uppercase and lowercase letters differently.
Natural Sorting
Intelligently sorts text containing numbers. For example, "file1, file2, file10" instead of the standard alphabetical "file1, file10, file2". Perfect for file names, version numbers, and numbered lists.
Sort by Length
Arranges lines by their character count, from shortest to longest. Useful for finding the longest or shortest entries in your list.
Reverse Order
Flips the current order of lines from bottom to top. Great for reversing chronological lists or undoing a previous sort.
Shuffle (Randomize)
Randomly rearranges all lines. Perfect for creating random selections, shuffling quiz questions, or randomizing participant order.
Why Use Our Online Text Sorter?
- 100% Free: No registration, no limits, no hidden costs
- Privacy First: All processing happens in your browser - your data never leaves your device
- Lightning Fast: Instant results, even with thousands of lines
- No Installation: Works directly in your web browser on any device
- Mobile Friendly: Fully responsive design works on phones, tablets, and desktops
- Multiple Options: Various sorting methods and customization options
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a limit to how many lines I can sort?
No! Our tool can handle thousands of lines efficiently. All processing happens in your browser, so performance depends on your device.
Does this tool save my data?
No, your data is never sent to our servers. All sorting happens locally in your browser, ensuring complete privacy and security.
Can I sort numbers correctly?
Yes! Use the "Natural Sort" option for intelligent number sorting. This ensures "10" comes after "9" rather than after "1".
What's the difference between case-sensitive and case-insensitive sorting?
Case-sensitive sorting treats "Apple" and "apple" as different items. Case-insensitive sorting treats them as the same, which is usually preferred for alphabetical sorting.
Tips for Best Results
- Put each item on a separate line for proper sorting
- Use "Remove Empty Lines" to clean up extra whitespace
- Enable "Remove Duplicates" when consolidating lists
- Use "Natural Sort" for file names with numbers
- Try "Case Insensitive" for standard alphabetical sorting
- Use "Sort by Length" to find the longest or shortest items