Setting subitem sorting value on Template?

Question

Using Sitecore 9.1.1 SXA 1.8.1.

I have a page type where I want its children to always be sorted in reverse.

I know that I can select the page and apply the sorting that way:

I was hoping I could set it on the template standard values but it's not having an effect (so if it is possible then I'm doing it wrong!)

I do notice jumping back into this dialogue on the standard values seems to have no selection (maybe because it has no children??)

Answer 1

You need to update the Subitems sorting field on the standard value of the item. Go to the standard value and in the Appearance section of the standard fields select the Subitems sorting field, update the field and see the changes -