What is the default sorting order of worksheet data?

The default sorting order of worksheet data is determined by how the data is initially arranged within the worksheet. When a user creates a new worksheet or imports data, the system typically retains the original sequence of the data as it is structured. This means that unless a specific sorting action is applied, the data will appear in the order of its columns as they were entered or imported.

In many data management tools and spreadsheet applications, each column is treated independently, and data is presented according to its input sequence, thus reflecting column order. This approach allows users to see the data in its native format before they have a chance to apply any specific sorting criteria they may prefer to use later on. Consequently, the idea that the data is sorted by column order accurately captures this fundamental aspect of how data is displayed by default.

While user preferences may influence how one decides to organize or visualize the data, this applies only after initial loading, not as a baseline sorting method. Similarly, the notion of random order or the absence of sorting simply does not align with typical data handling practices in sheet-based applications.