Why would you use custom sorting?

Using custom sorting allows you to create a sorting order that is specific to your needs, which is often not covered by standard sorting methods. This capability becomes particularly useful when your data has a specific structure or category that needs to be prioritized in a certain way. For instance, if you are working with a dataset that contains months of the year, standard alphabetical sorting would arrange them out of chronological order. Custom sorting allows you to define the exact order in which those months should appear, enhancing the clarity and relevance of the data presented.

The ability to define your own order for sorting contributes directly to how you can interpret and present data. It can help in avoiding confusion when dealing with categorical data that does not follow a natural numeric or alphabetical order. This flexibility not only facilitates a clearer understanding of data but also supports advanced data analytics efforts by ensuring that the most relevant sequences are adhered to in analyses and reporting.