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Improved Column Sorting #3649

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@uozalp

Problem
Currently, sorting columns requires memorizing keyboard shortcuts (e.g., shift+ for specific columns). This is not user-friendly, especially for tables with many columns where it's difficult to remember which key corresponds to which column.

Solution
Implemented a more intuitive column sorting workflow:

  • Navigate through columns: Use Shift+Left / Shift+Right arrow keys to cycle through table columns
  • Visual feedback: The currently selected column is displayed in bold text
  • Sort the selected column: Press Shift+O to sort by the selected column (toggles between ascending/descending)

Benefits

  • Discoverable: Users can see which column will be sorted before triggering the sort action
  • Intuitive: Arrow keys provide a natural way to navigate between columns
  • No memorization needed: No need to remember column-specific keyboard shortcuts
  • Visual feedback: Bold text clearly indicates the currently selected column

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