Word Sorter

Organize word lists alphabetically with flexible sorting options. Remove duplicates, filter empty entries, and export sorted results instantly.

A-Z sortingDuplicate removalMultiple separators

Input words

Paste or type words separated by spaces, commas, or new lines.

Sorting options

?When enabled, uppercase letters come before lowercase letters
?Eliminates repeated words from your sorted list
?Filters out empty strings and whitespace entries

Sorted words

Your alphabetically sorted words will appear here.

Total words0
Unique words0
Duplicates removed0
Empty ignored0

Word sorting fundamentals

Word sorting organizes text lists alphabetically for easier scanning and reference. This tool parses input, removes duplicates when needed, filters empty entries, and arranges words in ascending or descending order based on your preferences.

Sorting logic works by splitting text into individual words using your chosen separator. The tool then compares each word character by character, respecting case sensitivity settings. When duplicates are removed, the tool keeps only the first occurrence of each unique word. Empty entries are filtered out before sorting begins.

Alphabetical organization helps writers create glossaries, students build vocabulary lists, and researchers organize datasets. Sorted lists improve readability and make finding specific terms faster. The tool handles various input formats including comma-separated values, line-separated lists, and space-delimited text.

Case sensitivity matters when sorting. With case-sensitive sorting enabled, uppercase letters appear before lowercase letters. This means "Apple" comes before "apple" in sorted order. When disabled, the tool treats "Apple" and "apple" as equivalent for sorting purposes.

Separator selection determines how words are extracted from your input. Space separators work for simple word lists. Newline separators treat each line as a separate word, useful for vertical lists. Comma and semicolon separators handle structured data from spreadsheets or databases. Tab separators process tab-delimited content.

Duplicate removal creates unique word lists by eliminating repeated entries. This feature helps clean datasets and create distinct vocabulary collections. When enabled, the tool compares words based on your case sensitivity setting, ensuring consistent duplicate detection.

Empty word filtering removes blank entries and whitespace-only strings from your list. This feature cleans up messy data with inconsistent spacing or multiple consecutive separators. The result is a clean, organized list ready for use.

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Input parsing

Text splits into words using your chosen separator. Each word is trimmed and prepared for processing.

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Filtering

Empty words and duplicates are removed based on your settings. This cleans the list before sorting.

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Alphabetical sort

Words arrange in ascending or descending order. Case sensitivity determines letter comparison rules.

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Output formatting

Sorted words join using your selected separator. Results display instantly for copying or sharing.

Parse input text

The tool splits your text into individual words using the selected separator character.

Apply filters

Empty entries and duplicates are removed based on your checkbox selections.

Sort alphabetically

Words arrange in order respecting case sensitivity and sort direction settings.

Format output

Sorted words join together using your chosen separator for final display.

Use word sorting for vocabulary lists, glossary creation, tag organization, and data cleanup. Writers sort keywords for SEO content. Students organize study materials alphabetically. Researchers prepare datasets for analysis. The tool handles small lists and large datasets with equal efficiency.

Sorting improves text organization across many workflows. Alphabetical order makes finding specific terms faster than scanning unsorted lists. Consistent formatting helps maintain professional documentation standards. Clean, sorted lists reduce errors in reference materials.

Word sorter FAQ

Common questions about sorting words alphabetically and organizing text lists.

How does word sorting work?

The tool splits your input text into individual words using the selected separator. Words are then compared alphabetically and arranged in ascending or descending order based on your preference.

What is case-sensitive sorting?

Case-sensitive sorting treats uppercase and lowercase letters differently. With this enabled, "Apple" appears before "apple" because uppercase letters have lower ASCII values. When disabled, case is ignored during comparison.

How are duplicates removed?

When duplicate removal is enabled, the tool compares words and keeps only the first occurrence of each unique word. Case sensitivity affects duplicate detection, so "Word" and "word" are treated as duplicates when case sensitivity is disabled.

Which separator should I use?

Choose the separator that matches your input format. Use space for simple word lists, newline for vertical lists, comma for CSV data, semicolon for structured lists, or tab for tab-delimited content from spreadsheets.

Can I sort numbers?

Yes, the tool sorts numbers alphabetically as text. Single-digit numbers sort correctly, but multi-digit numbers sort character by character, so "10" comes before "2" in alphabetical order. For numeric sorting, use a dedicated number sorting tool.

How do I copy sorted results?

Click the "Copy result" button after sorting. The sorted words copy to your clipboard instantly. You can then paste them into any document or application.