This article explains how to sort alphabetically in Word, which can save you time and effort when you want to sort, organize, or classify text in tables, lists, or columns. These instructions apply to Word 2019, Word 2016, Word 2013, Word for Microsoft 365, Word 2016 for Mac, and Word for Microsoft 365 for Mac.

Sort any list in alphabetical or reverse alphabetical order with just a few mouse clicks.

Select the text from your list.

On the Home tab, select Sort to open the Sort Text box.