WPS Grouped Chart on macOS helps you combine different chart types such as column and line charts in one chart; 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 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
About This Feature
Overview
Grouped Chart is a charting feature in WPS Office for macOS Sheets that lets you combine two or more chart types in a single chart so you can compare values and view trends at the same time. In WPS Sheets, you can select a data range, open the Insert tab, and create a grouped chart with subtypes such as a column-and-line chart or a column-and-line chart with a secondary axis.
This feature works well for sales analysis, output-versus-rate comparisons, and periodic trend reviews. It gives you a practical way to present multiple data series in one spreadsheet chart.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | A Mac device that can run WPS Office for macOS |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office so the full chart entry and style options are available |
| Network | Creating and editing grouped charts in local spreadsheets usually does not require a network connection; collaborative work is smoother with a stable connection |
| Other | You need an editable spreadsheet file and a prepared data range that includes category labels and values |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Post-install Check | Launch WPS Sheets, open any worksheet, and check the Insert tab for chart-related options |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Lets you create a grouped chart from a selected spreadsheet data range and choose subtypes such as column + line and column + line with a secondary axis. | Microsoft Office supports combination charts and explains that you can combine a line chart with a column chart and other 2-D chart types. | Google Sheets lets users insert charts, change chart types, and edit points and bars in certain combo charts. | Notion offers chart views for databases, including bar, line, donut, and number charts, with a focus on database visualization. | Adobe Express lets users add bar, line, pie, and progress charts to designs, with a focus on visual content creation. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: It fits spreadsheet analysis workflows directly. Distinct: You can select data, insert the chart, and choose a grouped chart subtype within the same spreadsheet workflow. | Compared with WPS: Microsoft also supports combination charts, but its help flow focuses on changing the type of an existing chart. | Compared with WPS: Google emphasizes general chart editing and formatting, while combo-chart details are part of broader chart editing guidance. | Compared with WPS: Notion charts are based on database views rather than a traditional spreadsheet grouped-chart insertion flow. | Compared with WPS: Adobe Express is more oriented toward design layouts and visual presentation than spreadsheet-based grouped chart analysis. |
| Official Source | — | Create a combination chart | Add and edit a chart or graph | Chart view | Add charts to designs |
Overall Conclusion
If your main goal is to create a grouped chart directly in a spreadsheet for data analysis, WPS provides a workflow that stays close to everyday Sheets tasks. If your work is more focused on database dashboards or design layouts, Notion and Adobe are better aligned with those use cases.
Use Cases
| # | Scenario | Target Users | Core Pain Point | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sales and growth-rate analysis | Sales teams, operations teams | Need to compare totals and trends at the same time | Use columns for sales and a line for growth rate |
| 2 | Output and margin comparison | Finance teams, business analysts | Data with different units is hard to compare in one chart | Use a secondary-axis grouped chart for output and margin |
| 3 | Monthly project progress review | Project managers, team leads | A single chart type may not show stage values and trends clearly enough | Combine different series types in one chart |
| 4 | Collaborative spreadsheet reporting | Team collaborators | Shared reports need clearer visual summaries | Insert a grouped chart in a collaborative spreadsheet |
| 5 | Executive reporting prep | Managers, report owners | Need a quick chart for summary reporting | Select the data and insert a grouped chart with the right subtype |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature | Free User | WPS Member |
|---|---|---|
| Grouped chart insertion and basic use | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Core office features | ✅ Basic features | ✅ Basic features plus more advanced capabilities |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
| Template downloads | Limited | More template benefits |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Use Case | Recommended Plan | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday chart creation and basic spreadsheet analysis | Free | The grouped chart feature itself is available for regular data presentation needs |
| Need more cloud storage and broader office benefits | WPS Member | Better suited for users who also need more storage, templates, and extended office benefits |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page