WPS Fill is a fill feature in WPS Sheets on iOS for copying repeated content and extending data patterns; it includes 4 core tasks, with 4 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 4 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 4 | Matches the number of Free rows in the index |
| Membership-related items | 0 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
| Version limit | None specified | No version threshold is listed for this feature |
| Membership limit | None | This feature can be used directly |
About This Feature
Overview
Fill is a built-in feature in WPS Office for iOS within WPS Sheets that helps you copy repeated values, continue number patterns, and complete adjacent cells faster on mobile.
Core tasks include:
- Turn on Fill from Tools > Home > Fill.
- Turn on Fill from the floating menu after selecting cells.
- Drag down or right to fill adjacent cells.
- Use Copy Fill when you want to copy values without continuing a sequence.
It works well for mobile data entry, list numbering, repeated field updates, and quick spreadsheet cleanup. Fill can overwrite existing content in the target range, and patterned source data can continue automatically after dragging.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | An iPhone or iPad running iOS |
| App version | The latest version of WPS Office is recommended |
| Network | No required network connection for local fill actions; internet access is needed for download, sign-in, or sync |
| Other | You need to open a WPS Sheets file and have permission to edit the target cells |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Installation | Install WPS Office on your iOS device, then open a spreadsheet file to access Fill-related entry points |
| Post-install Check | Open WPS Office, select a cell in a spreadsheet, and check whether Fill appears under Tools or in the floating menu |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Provides Fill in WPS Sheets on iOS, lets you drag arrows down or right, and includes Copy Fill to copy values without extending a sequence. | Excel mobile supports Fill after selecting a cell, then dragging fill arrows to copy adjacent data or continue dates, numbers, and other series. | Google Sheets on iPhone and iPad supports Autofill for selected cells; patterned data continues as a series, while non-patterned data repeats the original values. | Notion Autofill is designed for database properties and mainly uses AI to generate summaries, tags, translations, or extracted information rather than drag-based spreadsheet filling. | Adobe Acrobat Reader focuses on PDF form filling and Fill & Sign, not spreadsheet-style sequence filling across rows or columns. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: Better aligned with mobile spreadsheet entry. Distinct: It combines sequence fill and Copy Fill in one workflow for both patterned data and repeated values. | Compared with WPS: Excel mobile also supports fill and series continuation, but its help flow emphasizes entering Fill from the edit menu. | Compared with WPS: Google Sheets also supports mobile autofill, but the entry point depends on selecting cells and then tapping Autofill. | Compared with WPS: Notion is more suitable for AI-generated database content than direct cell-by-cell spreadsheet dragging. | Compared with WPS: Adobe is better suited to PDF forms and does not cover spreadsheet sequence fill scenarios. |
| Official Source | — | Fill data in a column or row | Automatically create a series or list | Notion AI for databases | Fill in forms |
Overall Conclusion
WPS Fill is well suited to mobile spreadsheet work on iOS when you need to copy repeated values or continue a pattern quickly. If your main task is spreadsheet editing on a phone or tablet, WPS, Excel, and Google Sheets all cover core fill actions, while Notion and Adobe serve different use cases such as AI database workflows or PDF forms.
Use Cases
| # | Scenario | Target Users | Core Pain Point | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Batch entry for repeated fields | Admin, sales, and operations users | The same content must be entered into multiple adjacent cells | Drag the fill arrows to copy content |
| 2 | Number or date continuation | Users maintaining lists | Manual entry of sequential values takes time | Create a pattern first, then drag to fill |
| 3 | Fast spreadsheet updates on mobile | Users working away from a desk | Entering values cell by cell on a phone is slow | Turn on Fill from Tools or the floating menu |
| 4 | Copy values without extending a pattern | Users who need exact duplicates | Automatic sequence recognition may not match the intended result | Use Copy Fill to copy the original value only |
| 5 | Filling visible cells in a filtered sheet | Users editing filtered tables | The fill range may be unclear in filtered views | Fill visible cells while the filter is active |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature | Free User | WPS Member |
|---|---|---|
| Fill feature | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic PDF features | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
| Template downloads | Limited | More available |
| Some AI and advanced tools | Limited | Broader access |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Use Case | Recommended Plan | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday spreadsheet entry and basic fill tasks | Free | Fill itself is available directly and works well for light mobile work |
| More cloud storage, templates, or advanced tools | WPS Member | Better suited when you also need broader document features and added benefits |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page