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title: 'Grouping records'
tags: ['Table operations', 'Group by', 'Grid View']
keywords : ['NocoDB table group by', 'group By column', 'group By', 'table group by', 'grouping records', 'grouping','group by in table']
---


Grouping records in NocoDB allows for efficient categorization of data into specific `Groups` and `Subgroups.` NocoDB supports three levels of record segregation, providing a powerful organizational tool.

![Group By](/img/v2/table-operations/group-by-1.png)

### Adding or Editing Groups

To create or modify a grouping in NocoDB, follow these steps:

1. Click on `Group By` in the toolbar.
2. Choose the field by which you want to group the records.
3. Optionally, you can sort the groups in ascending or descending order.

![Group By](/img/v2/table-operations/group-by-create.png)

:::info
You can add subgroups with up to three levels to further refine your categorization.
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![Group By](/img/v2/table-operations/group-by-nested.png)

### Deleting Groups

To remove a grouping in NocoDB, take these actions:

1. Click on `Group By` in the toolbar.
2. Locate the bin icon to the right of the group you wish to delete and click on it.

:::info
To disable `Group By` and return to the standard spreadsheet grid view, you must remove all configured groups.
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![Group By](/img/v2/table-operations/group-by-delete.png)

### Related topics
- [Field operations](field-operations)
- [Filter](filter)
- [Sort](sort)
- [Row height](row-height)
- [Quick Search](search)
- [Download](download)