Re: [libreoffice-users] How to.. sort a table in 3 columns

On 16/10/15 04:02 PM, william drescher wrote:
> I have a list that has two fields: aisle and item.  I need to maintain 
> the list sorted by item, but print a pick list by aisle.  This would 
> be simple except, when I print the list for marking I need to print it 
> in item order, in 3 columns.  When I print the pick list I again need 
> to print it in 3 columns, sorted by item,
>
> Right now I am sorting the list by aisle and manually cutting and 
> pasting it into 3 columns.  I currently have the data in a spreadsheet.
>
> I tried using frames set for 3 columns, but when past the sorted list 
> into the frames it does not spill over onto the 2nd and 3rd columns.
>
> I would appreciate suggestions.
>
> Thanks,
>
> bill
1) Create a custom Writer document with the fields you want printed.
2) attach the spreadsheet to Base. Create a query that meets your 
sort/selection requirements.
3) print the document as a form letter.


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