How to use Default sort( ) Method In Javascript
JavaScriptâs built-in sort() method converts elements to strings and sorts them lexicographically (dictionary order).
Example: Implementation to sort mixed alpha/numeric array in JavaScript.
let mixedArray = ['apple', 'banana', '123', '45', 'carrot'];
mixedArray.sort();
console.log(mixedArray);
Output
[ '123', '45', 'apple', 'banana', 'carrot' ]
Sort Mixed Alpha/Numeric array in JavaScript
Sorting a mixed alpha/numeric array in JavaScript involves arranging the elements in a specified order, typically lexicographically (dictionary order) for strings and numerically for numbers. When these types are mixed, a custom sort function is required to effectively handle comparisons between different types. In this article, we will explore multiple approaches to sorting such arrays effectively, along with briefly describing each method.
These are the following methods:
Table of Content
- Using Default sort() Method
- Separate Strings and Numbers
- Using Compare Function
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