Is there any way to sort text array in Appian, without using a plugin? OriginalPostID-170628 OriginalPostID-170628

@karthik Correct, that's the function which I have seen earlier at /search?q=OriginalPostID-160006. Correct me if I am not wrong, to implement the descending order, we might need to reverse the ascending ordered array as follows: fn!reverse(sort(ri!array)). We need to see if Appian guarantees support to these kind of hidden functionalities. Anyhow fn!wherecontains() has also evolved from a hidden status as per my knowledge.

Is there any way to sort text array in Appian, without using a plugin?

komalk over 9 years ago

Is there any way to sort text array in Appian, without using a plugin?

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Dan Lluhi over 9 years ago +1
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Hi, The todatasubset function ( forum.appian.com/.../Scripting_Functions.html can be used to sort data OOTB. According to the documentation sorting is only supported for CDTs, so you'll want to use a list…
sikhivahans over 9 years ago +1

@komalk To the best of my knowledge, this can be done OOTB without any plugin or CDT. We can accomplish the requirement by taking advantage of the Appian's Complex System Data Type namely 'LabelValue'…
KARTHIK NATARAJAN over 9 years ago +1
Certified Lead Developer

Komal, Not sure if recommended but there is a hidden function sort(), which when used gives sorted text array in ascending order. Just call sort(ri!textArray) in your expression rule.

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0 militenm340007 3 months ago

Good question! Sorting a text array in Appian without a plugin can be tricky, but it's doable using expressions like a!forEach combined with custom logic. I’ve faced similar challenges where out-of-the-box tools need a bit of creativity. Speaking of custom solutions, it’s always great when you can personalise things to fit your needs, like tailoring the design, links, and layout to match your brand identity. For example, tools like a digital business card let you do just that, keeping things sleek and professional.
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0 militenm340007 3 months ago

Good question! Sorting a text array in Appian without a plugin can be tricky, but it's doable using expressions like a!forEach combined with custom logic. I’ve faced similar challenges where out-of-the-box tools need a bit of creativity. Speaking of custom solutions, it’s always great when you can personalise things to fit your needs, like tailoring the design, links, and layout to match your brand identity. For example, tools like a digital business card let you do just that, keeping things sleek and professional.
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