How do I sort data by date in Google Sheets?

Sort a range (computer):

1. Highlight the cells to sort. Include every column of the rows, not only the date column, so each date stays with its amount and description.
2. If there is a header row, freeze that row first.
3. Click Data > Sort range > Advanced range sorting options.
4. Tick Data has header row if your columns have titles.
5. Choose the date column and an order: A to Z puts the earliest date first, Z to A the latest.
6. To break ties, click Add another sort column, for example Client.
7. Click Sort.

Sort a whole sheet: right-click the column letter at the top and click Sort sheet A to Z or Sort sheet Z to A. This moves every row on the tab, so use a range sort when the sheet has a title block or totals above the data.

Want the order only for yourself? A filter view (Data > Create filter view) lets you sort without changing what other editors see.

If a sort puts dates in an odd order, some cells may hold text that looks like a date rather than a real date value; retype them or apply a date format to check.