Date in numeric format

[mohd21uk via OfficeKB.com]

I am trying to format dates in a spreadsheet. These dates are in a mixed
format. They change to a five digit format (for e.g. 06/03/2005 is represnted
by a five digit no. - 38417). I am unable to sort the date because it is not
in the correct format even if I change it to date. Is there any way I can
convert these numbers back to the date format therefore allowing me to sort
them.

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[bgeier]

You need to format the entire column as a date (choose the format you want), then select "Data" -> "Sort..." then decide how you want the dates sorted (ascending, descending)