WPS Insert Table on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 15, 2026

Common questions about Insert Table usually involve row and column limits, template loading, and text conversion; this section includes 4 frequent questions and 4 glossary terms.

FAQ

Why can I only drag to a limited number of rows when I insert a table?

  1. Open the Insert tab and click Table.
  2. Choose More Rows and Columns or a similar manual setup option.
  3. Enter the number of rows and columns you need in the dialog box and confirm.

What should I do if a table template does not respond or shows a network error?

  1. Check whether your Mac is connected to the internet normally.
  2. Reopen the table template list and try loading it again.
  3. If it still does not work, insert a regular table first and adjust the style manually.

What should I do if converted text is misaligned after using Convert Text to Table?

  1. Go back to the original text and check whether the separators are consistent.
  2. Select the text again and open Convert Text to Table.
  3. Choose the correct separator option in the dialog box and generate the table again.

How can I keep the original formatting when I paste a table from another file into WPS Writer?

  1. Copy the table from the external file.
  2. Use an appropriate paste option in WPS Writer.
  3. If the layout still differs, adjust column widths, borders, and alignment manually.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Standard tableA regular table created from a fixed row-and-column grid for common data organization.
Draw TableA mode that lets you create a custom table by drawing borders and internal lines manually.
Convert Text to TableA feature that turns separated text into a table structure automatically.
Table templateA preset table style that can be inserted and then edited further.