User Guide - NetObjects Fusion

Sorting Data
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4. Select the data field to display from the DataField drop-down list.
5. In the ControlStyle drop-down list, choose DropDown or ListBox.
6. If using a ListBox, enter a value in the Lines field. This is the number of records
that will be displayed at one time.
Sorting Data
When presenting information in a table format on your page you may need to
provide users the ability to sort the data while they view your site. For example, if
you have a list of club members, a site visitor may want to sort the members by
their last names, first names, or state of residence. This kind of functionality in your
site creates a better experience for your users by creating a more interactive,
dynamic experience.
By far, the most common method of using a Sort object is to place it in the first row
of a table, over a column of data. When placed over a column, the Sort object can
be used to sort all the data by information in that column.
To enable sorting of your database output:
Sort Object 1. In Page view, select the Sort object from the NOF DB Component toolbox.
Note: You cannot add a Sort object to a page that does not have a
Connector object.
2. Click on the page to indicate the Sort object’s location.
The Sort Properties panel appears.