How Do I Sort Two Columns in Linux?
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Use the -k option to sort on a certain column. For example, use ” -k 2 ” to sort on the second column. In old versions of sort, the +1 option made the program sort on the second column of data ( +2 for the third, etc.).

How do I sort multiple columns in Linux?

Sorting by multiple columns is similar to sorting by a single column. To sort on a range of columns, simply specify the start and end columns in the column range to use for sorting.

How do I sort only 2 columns?

Sort the table

  1. Select Custom Sort.
  2. Select Add Level.
  3. For Column, select the column you want to Sort by from the drop-down, and then select the second column you Then by want to sort. …
  4. For Sort On, select Values.
  5. For Order, select an option, like A to Z, Smallest to Largest, or Largest to Smallest.
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