How can I quickly and easily alphabetize my References list in Word?

Answer

Microsoft Word toolbar with the "Home" tab highlighted and an arrow pointing to the "Sort" button in the Paragraph section.

 

  1. Select all of the references on your page (do not select the heading on the page: References)
  2. On the Home tab, in the Paragraph group, click the Sort icon.
  3. In the Sort Text dialog box, under Sort by, click Paragraphs and Text, and then click either Ascending.

Sort Text dialog box in Microsoft Word, showing options to sort by paragraphs, text type, and ascending or descending order.

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  • Last Updated Mar 07, 2025
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  • Answered By Mil Ryan

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