Move section within one file

For the most part, the order of sections within a configuration file does not affect functionality. However, you might want to change the order of sections in a file for readability.

Move section between files

You might want to move a section “upstream” or “downstream”; that is, make it apply more widely or less widely.

Move setting within one section

The only time the order of settings within a section affects functionality is when you use wildcards in the names of variable-key settings, such as in group names for graphics or tables. This option lets you move a selected setting up or down within the same section.

Move setting between files

To change the scope of a setting, you can move it “upstream” (to a configuration file with a wider scope) or “downstream” (to a configuration file with a narrower scope).