WPS Row Number is a document layout aid in WPS Writer on macOS; this guide covers 3 core tasks, with 3 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 3 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 3 | Matches the number of Free rows in the index |
| Membership-related items | 0 | The current tasks can be used directly |
About This Feature
Overview
Row Number in WPS Writer for Mac displays a number beside each line of text along the left side of the page, making it easier to reference, review, and verify document content.
Core tasks include:
- Add row numbers: show continuous or section-based numbering for long-document review.
- Adjust numbering style: choose continuous numbering, restart on each page, or restart on each section.
- Control the display range: suppress numbering for the current paragraph and hide numbering for blank lines.
This feature is useful for legal documents, technical writing, proofreading drafts, and collaborative review. With row numbers visible, teams can point to exact content more quickly during editing and discussion.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Mac device that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office for Mac |
| Network | Row Number is a local layout feature and does not require a constant network connection; downloading, installation, and account services require internet access |
| Other | Open the document in WPS Writer before use; page view is recommended for checking the result |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Installation method | Download the Mac installer and complete setup by following the on-screen prompts |
| Post-install check | Open WPS Writer, load a document, and look for the Row Number entry under the Page tab |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | In WPS Writer, you can open the Row Number menu from the Page tab and use options such as continuous numbering, restart on each page, restart on each section, suppress for the current paragraph, and hide numbers for blank lines. | Word can automatically number lines in a document and supports applying line numbers to a whole document, sections, or paragraphs. | Google Docs can show line numbers, restart them on each page or section, and apply them to the entire document or the current section. | Notion help content covers numbered lists, code blocks, and block-based page structure, but it does not describe page-margin line numbering for document text. | Acrobat help covers numbered or bulleted lists and page renumbering, but it does not describe document text line numbering in the page margin. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: The Row Number entry is grouped under the Page tab, and common numbering styles are available directly. Distinct: It also includes options for suppressing numbering in the current paragraph and hiding numbers for blank lines. | Compared with WPS: Word also provides full line numbering, but Microsoft notes that line numbers are viewed in Print Layout and the setting path is under Layout. | Compared with WPS: Google Docs supports line numbers and section-based application, but the feature is not available in pageless format. | Compared with WPS: Notion focuses on block editing and numbered lists rather than traditional long-document line numbering. | Compared with WPS: Acrobat focuses on PDF editing, list editing, and page renumbering rather than line numbering for word-processing documents. |
| Official Source | — | Add or remove line numbers | Use line numbers in Google Docs | Keyboard shortcuts | Edit numbered or bulleted lists |
Overall Conclusion
If your work depends on reviewing long documents and locating exact lines, WPS Row Number fits traditional word-processing workflows well. Compared with block-based editors or PDF-focused tools, it is more suitable for draft-stage document layout and line-by-line review.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main challenge | How Row Number helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Legal document reference | Legal teams, assistants | Clauses and contract text need exact line references | Add continuous row numbers for precise citation |
| 2 | Technical document review | Technical writers, editors | Long documents are hard to discuss quickly | Use restart-on-page or restart-on-section numbering for faster review |
| 3 | Teaching and paper annotation | Teachers, students | Feedback is harder to follow without exact positions | Show row numbers on the left side for discussion and markup |
| 4 | Collaborative proofreading | Team members, reviewers | Feedback needs a shared location standard | Use row numbers to point out exact edit positions |
| 5 | Section-based layout control | Layout editors | Some paragraphs or blank lines should not show numbering | Use suppress-for-current-paragraph and blank-line controls |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Row Number feature | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic PDF features | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Template downloads | Limited | More template benefits |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB in some plans |
| Advanced PDF and some extended tools | Limited | More items available |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| You only need to add or adjust row numbers in documents | Free | The Row Number feature itself is available without membership |
| You also need more templates, cloud storage, or broader office tools | WPS Premium | Suitable for users who work with multiple document types and need additional benefits |
How to Subscribe
- Membership page: Subscribe to WPS Premium
Source: WPS Office pricing page