Each of the many standard list types that SharePoint provides has its own unique set of characteristics. One of the simplest list types has perhaps one of the most useful features. Did you know that you could set an arbitrary order for items in a Links list view? I don't just mean the normal sort by Alpha, or Date. I mean you can say you want “This link“ first, then “That Link“ second, then “Some Other Link“. No other standard list in SharePoint has this ability built-in.
So, how do you do this? All you have to do is modify the properties of a view page or web part view. In the “Sort” section of the view, you will see an option for “Allow users to order items in this view”. Set this to “Yes”, and apply your change. Once this is done, the “full” toolbar will have an option to “Change Order”. (Note, if you are ordering a web part view, you need to first turn on the Full Toolbar until you have things sorted the way you like.) This link brings up a “normal” SharePoint ordering form, where you select the numeric order you want things to appear in. Order your list, and save it. That's all there is to it!
