$sort
Reference group: Pipeline stages
What it does
Orders documents.
Syntax
{$sort: { field: 1 or -1 }}
Use case
Newest-first views and deterministic pagination.
Important notes
Use a unique tie-breaker when stable order matters.
$sort: practical example
{ $sort: { createdAt: -1, _id: -1 } }💡 Explanation
Orders documents.
When to use it
Newest-first views and deterministic pagination.
Caution
Use a unique tie-breaker when stable order matters.
Key Takeaways
- Orders documents.
- Typical use: Newest-first views and deterministic pagination.