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I am new to DataTables. I have a javascript code that has many columns and multiple sorts. I need to have one column that represents status of a record 0 - new; 1 - assinged, 2 - closed etc. We need to show the text value of the state, say "New" or "Assigned" or "Closed", but when sorted, it should be sorted by the ID (0, 1, 2 etc) not the text description. But the number value should not be visible. Appreciate any help.
Tks.