Can I sort numbers in the list?

Yes! Click the '1-9' button for numerical sorting. This handles mixed text and numbers intelligently, so 'Item 2' will come before 'Item 10' (unlike basic alphabetical sorting).

Sort Text Online - Alphabetize Lists A-Z, Randomize & Reverse

Q: How do I alphabetize a list online?

Paste your list into the editor and click 'A-Z' to sort alphabetically, or 'Z-A' for reverse alphabetical order. The sorting happens instantly and preserves your original capitalization.

Q: How do I randomize the order of my list?

Click the 'Shuffle' button to randomize your list order using a Fisher-Yates algorithm for true randomization. Each click produces a different random order.

Q: Can I add numbers or bullets to each line?

Yes! Click '123' to add sequential numbers (1. 2. 3.) to each line. Use 'Prefix' to add bullets or any custom text to the beginning of each line.

How to Sort Text Online

Our free text sorter makes organizing lists quick and easy. Here's how to use it:

Paste your list — Each item should be on its own line
Choose a sort method — A-Z, Z-A, numerical, shuffle, or reverse
Get instant results — Your sorted list appears immediately
Add formatting — Optionally add numbers, prefixes, or suffixes
Copy or download — Export your sorted list with one click

All sorting happens instantly in your browser with no waiting or signup required.

Sorting Options Explained

Button	Function	Example
A-Z	Alphabetical order (ascending)	`Apple → Banana → Cherry`
Z-A	Reverse alphabetical order (descending)	`Cherry → Banana → Apple`
1-9	Numerical sort (natural order)	`Item 2 → Item 10 → Item 100`
Shuffle	Random order (Fisher-Yates algorithm)	`Random each time`
Reverse	Flip the list upside down	`Last → Middle → First`

Formatting Options

Button	Function	Example
+ Prefix	Add text to the start of each line	`• Apple, • Banana`
Suffix +	Add text to the end of each line	`Apple (done), Banana (done)`
123	Add sequential numbers	`1. Apple, 2. Banana`

Common Use Cases

📚 Alphabetize Bibliography & References

Quickly sort your citations, bibliography entries, or reference lists alphabetically by author name. Perfect for academic papers, research documents, and book lists.

📋 Organize To-Do Lists

Sort tasks alphabetically for easy scanning, or shuffle them to randomly pick what to work on next. Add numbers to create a prioritized sequence.

📊 Sort Data Columns

Copy a column from Excel or Google Sheets, paste it here to sort, then paste it back. Faster than using spreadsheet sorting for quick, one-off tasks.

🎲 Randomize Contest Entries

Paste a list of names and click "Shuffle" to randomize the order for fair contest drawings. Combined with our Random Winner Picker for complete solutions.

👥 Sort Attendee Lists

Alphabetize guest lists, attendee rosters, or member directories. Add numbers for numbered seating or name badges.

🛒 Organize Shopping Lists

Sort grocery items alphabetically to make shopping more efficient, or organize by store section with prefixes.

📝 Format Bullet Points

Use the prefix feature to add bullet points (•), dashes (-), or custom markers to plain text lists for formatted documents.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I alphabetize a list online?

Paste your list into the editor (one item per line) and click "A-Z" to sort alphabetically, or "Z-A" for reverse alphabetical order. The sorting happens instantly and preserves your original capitalization.

Can I sort numbers correctly?

Yes! Click the "1-9" button for natural numerical sorting. This handles mixed text and numbers intelligently—so "Item 2" comes before "Item 10" (unlike basic alphabetical sorting where "10" would come before "2").

How do I randomize the order of my list?

Click the "Shuffle" button to randomize your list using the Fisher-Yates algorithm for true randomization. Each click produces a completely different random order.

Can I add numbers or bullets to each line?

Yes! Click "123" to add sequential numbers (1. 2. 3.) to each line—click again to remove them. Use "+ Prefix" to add bullets (•), dashes, or any custom text to the beginning of each line.

Can I undo a sort?

Yes! Click the "Undo" button to revert to the previous state. The tool keeps a history of your changes so you can always go back.

Is my data private when sorting?

Absolutely. All sorting happens locally in your browser using JavaScript. Your text never leaves your device—we can't see or store any of your data. It's 100% private.

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🔒 100% Private & Secure

Your data stays on your device. All sorting and formatting happens locally in your browser—your text is never uploaded to any server. We can't see, store, or access your data in any way. Use this tool with complete confidence for sensitive lists, confidential data, or personal information.

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