This article explains how administrators can configure the default sorting criteria for user lists (students, teachers, parents, etc.) in Edunation. These settings help organize users in a consistent order throughout the platform, making it easier to find and manage users efficiently.
Instructions to Set Default Sorting
Step 1: Access School Settings
- Log in to your Edunation account with administrator permissions. 
- From the left-hand menu, click Account Settings. 
- Select School Settings. 
- Navigate to the General Settings tab at the top of the page. 
This is where general configurations such as publishing status, attendance policies, and sorting logic are managed.
Step 2: Set Default Sorting Rules
- Scroll down to the Default Sorting section. 
- Define up to four sorting levels. For each level: - Choose a field (e.g., First Name, Last Name, ID Number, etc.). 
- Select the sorting order (Ascending or Descending). 
 
- Use the “Sort by” dropdown to define the primary field for organizing users, such as Primary Language "Arabic. 
? Example Setup:
- 1st: First Name (Ascending) 
- 2nd: Middle Name (Ascending) 
- 3rd: Last Name (Ascending) 
- 4th: ID Number (Ascending) 
- Sort by: Primary Language 
You can sort by key identifiers that reflect your institution’s internal structure.
Step 3: Save Your Settings
After finalizing your sorting selections:
- Click the Save general settings button at the bottom of the page. 
Your preferences will be applied system-wide and reflected wherever user lists appear.
