# Dynamic Sorting

## Overview

Dynamic sorting allows you to retrieve data in a specified order based on user-defined parameters. This feature is especially useful for building responsive APIs where sorting criteria can change depending on user preferences or application needs.

## Using Dynamic Sorting

In the sorting window choose the "dynamic sorting" tab

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select the column you want to sort by

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click on the "+" button to add the column

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## Testing

Copy the endpoint URL from the top right box on the API page

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Open Postman and then paste the copied endpoint url and hit send

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You should get an appropriate response

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