Sort it and if you don't like it, close it without saving.

If you do like it, but aren't sure, then do a file=Save As and give it a
new name. In either case, the original will be retained unperterbed.


For sorting, select the area you want to sort and do Data=Sort. Set the
parameters you want to use. If you select the full area you want to sort
prior to sorting, and don't let Excel expand it when it prompts, you should
have full control.

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Regards,
Tom Ogilvy

"PeterM" wrote in message
...
I have 32k lines to sort in various ways. The area in question is almost
at
the end , and I'm scared to sort it. What is the best way to do it.Column
J
has Audi and Volkswagen in it, I need to separate them by make first.
Then
I think I'm ok. sorting gives me the heebie-jeebies ....... Many thanks in
advance.......Peter