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see. You can use columns.render to modify the data

I would suggest using a column search - column().search() for example. Use a regular expression to make it search for not Hidden. Allan

The statement in the example is misleading I'm afraid. I will correct it. As the columns.orderData reference documentation notes the orderData parameter can be an integer or an array of integers. Allan

which needs an additional column providing the data formatted in a way that makes correct sorting possible not really - you could use columns.render and "transform" the data as needed. Allan

in Javascript using the columns.render option as a function.

Use columns.render as a function to do that. You have access to all the data points for the row in the function, so you would just sum the properties you want and return the value. Allan

with DataTables. Specifically the columns.render option is the one

You need columns.render. https://datatables.net/reference/option/columns.render One of those examples has render returning a link: "render": function ( data, type, full, meta ) { return '<a href="'+data+'">Download</a>'; You would adapt the return value according to your needs.

Yes, use columns.render like in this example. Allan

Use columns.render to create the HTML required to display the thumbnails you want. Allan