Monday, March 30, 2009
Create a Custom Sort Order in a SharePoint List
It’s a common question: “How can I create a custom sort order in a list?” My typical response has been to create a hidden column called “Sort Order”, manually set a numerical sort order for each item and then hide the column from view.
Today on Stump the Panel, Woody came up with an ingenious solution using the Links list as a foundation. Take a look at this one and a half minute screencast. I laughed out loud it was so simple.
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Great article. I am running MOSS 2007, however, when I create a links list, I do not see the change order menu item outlined in the video … thoughts?
The screencast is broken. I’m very interested in seeing this solution in action.
Thanks!
Eddie
Brian – Just checked and everything is fine with the screencast. You might want to talk with IT to make sure streaming video from ScreenCast.com is not blocked. – Mark
That’s what the issue was…able to get to it via our test DSL line…thanks!
Eddie