How To: Filter, Sort, and Customize Data Tables
Updated March 15, 2026 1 views
Goal
Learn how to efficiently find, filter, and organize your CRM data using KeenCRM's data table features.
Search
- Use the search bar at the top of any data table to search across all visible columns
- Searches are instant — results update as you type
- Search works on names, emails, phone numbers, titles, and other text fields
Sorting
- Click any column header to sort by that column
- Click again to reverse the sort order (ascending ↔ descending)
- A sort indicator arrow shows the current sort direction
Filtering
Many tables support filters:
- Status filter: Filter by record status (e.g., Active, Won, Pending)
- Date range: Filter by date (created, updated, due date)
- Owner/Assignee: Filter by the team member who owns the record
- Custom filters: Some tables support filtering by custom field values
Column Customization
KeenCRM's Column Manager lets you:
- Click the column settings icon (⚙️) in the table header
- Show/hide columns: Toggle which columns are visible
- Reorder columns: Drag and drop columns to rearrange
- Preferences are saved: Your column layout persists across sessions
Export
Click the Export button to download the current table data (with applied filters) as CSV or XLSX.
Tips
- Use column customization to show only the fields you need daily
- Combine search + filters for precise results
- Export filtered data for reports and analysis
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