Sorting Elements in an Array
Sorting means arranging items in a specific order. In programming, sorting is often used to organize data so it’s easier to find and work with.
An array is a list of elements, like numbers or names. When we sort an array, we rearrange its elements in a particular order — usually ascending (smallest to largest) or descending (largest to smallest).
Let’s say we have this array of numbers:
After sorting in ascending order, it becomes:
It helps in searching faster.
It makes data easier to understand.
It’s often needed in tasks like ranking, filtering, or comparisons.
1. Bubble Sort – Compares and swaps elements next to each other.
2. Selection Sort – Selects the smallest (or largest) element and places it in order.
3. Insertion Sort – Places each new element in the correct position.
4. Quick Sort and Merge Sort – Faster methods used for large arrays.
Sorting is a basic but important concept in programming and helps keep your data neat and ready to use!