Sort SharePoint List based on severity

Question

I have a SharePoint custom list with issues listed as High, Medium and Low in one of the column of the list item called Risk.

Using a hidden field (IssueSeverity) 1 for High, 2- Medium and 3-Low, currently I sort it ascending based on this IssueSeverity field to show High items first then medium and then Low items in a list.

Is there is any other better way to do sorting for this case? Please give your opinions or if you need any further information.

You have sorted it already? I don't understand what do you want. — Enam
Yes, Its sorted but with extra hidden field. I would like to know if there is anything Out-of-box available which I can leverage. — user12345
Now I see. I have an idea that you can do it by using SPD but it's out of my knowledge. — Enam

Renato Saksanni Renato Saksanni · Accepted Answer · 2013-11-27T08:34:10

From my point of view, your solution is best way for this case in terms of sharepoint standard reusable. Because sharepoint OOTB only give sort option just for several specific columns in order. Except if you want to use custom sharepoint feature using .net programatically.

Hope this help.

Sort SharePoint List based on severity

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