SORTN Google Sheets Formula
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SORTN Formula Syntax
Example Use Case
Sorts a range and returns the top N rows in Google Sheets.
Understanding the SORTN Function in Google Sheets
The SORTN function sorts a range and returns only the top N rows, with options for tie handling and sort order.
Why Use SORTN in Google Sheets?
SORTN is perfect for ranking tasks, like finding the top performers or lowest values.
Example with Sample Data
| Data | Formula | Result |
|---|---|---|
| A1:B5 = {5, "A"; 15, "B"; 8, "C"; 20, "D"; 12, "E"} | =SORTN(A1:B5, 3, 0, 1, TRUE) | {5, "A"; 8, "C"; 12, "E"} |
| A1:B3 = {1, 10; 3, 30; 2, 20} | =SORTN(A1:B3, 2, 0, 2, FALSE) | {3, 30; 2, 20} |
| A1:B2 = {10, "X"; 5, "Y"} | =SORTN(A1:B2, 1, 0, 1, TRUE) | {5, "Y"} |
The table shows how SORTN returns the top N rows (0=keep ties, TRUE=ascending).
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