How can you ensure a group of PDFs maintain their sort order when downloaded?

To ensure that a group of PDFs maintains their sort order when downloaded, it's crucial to sort the list before exporting. When files are sorted correctly in the desired order prior to the export process, that order is preserved in the final download. This method relies on the application handling the export functionality respecting the sort configuration applied before the export occurs.

Selecting each file individually or exporting them in separate batches do not inherently guarantee that the order will be maintained as intended. Individual selection could lead to inconsistency if files are not chosen in a deliberate order, while exporting in batches can complicate the organization since batch processes might not account for final ordering. Using custom sorting algorithms may provide a more complex solution, but it is not necessary for ensuring basic sort preservation during the export process, making it less effective for typical scenarios. Therefore, sorting the list before exporting is the standard approach that directly addresses the concern of maintaining the desired order in the final output.