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Choose the right sorting metric

Each Sort Feed metric answers a different research question. Pick one metric at a time so the ranked shortlist stays interpretable.

Last verified: September 28, 2026Extension version: 2.6.0

Scope

Visible TikTok and Instagram posts on supported pages.

Prerequisites

  • A supported grid open in desktop Chrome.
  • At least one metric visible on the page for the posts you care about.

Steps

  1. 01

    Sort by views for reach

    Use views when you need posts or reels that traveled furthest in the visible set.

  2. 02

    Sort by likes for quick reaction

    Use likes when you want a fast audience-response signal.

  3. 03

    Sort by comments for discussion

    Use comments when conversation volume matters more than raw reach.

  4. 04

    Sort by date for recency

    Use date when you need publishing cadence, recent tests, or campaign timing.

Sort Feed metric choices for views likes comments and date
One metric per pass keeps research decisions clear.

Expected result

You can explain why the top rows won for the metric you chose.

Common errors

A metric is greyed out or missing

The open page may not expose that field. Switch metric or open a surface where Instagram/TikTok show the count.

Known limitations

  • Shares, saves, or other fields appear only when the platform shows them.
  • Sorting does not replace owned-account analytics suites.

Privacy note

Metric values come from the visible page session.

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