WPS Highlight Rows and Columns is a spreadsheet viewing aid in WPS for iOS; this guide covers 1 core task, with 1 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 1 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 1 | 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
Highlight Rows and Columns is a built-in spreadsheet viewing feature in WPS Office for iOS. It helps you identify the current cell position by highlighting the row and column of the selected cell.
Core capabilities:
- Highlight the current row and column for easier position tracking.
- Open the feature from the Tools panel under the Home tab.
- Improve readability on smaller mobile screens when reviewing larger worksheets.
This feature is useful for checking detailed tables, reviewing data, and browsing large worksheets on iPhone or iPad.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | An iPhone or iPad that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | No mandatory network connection is required for local spreadsheet viewing; internet access is needed for download and account-related actions |
| Other | You need to open a spreadsheet file and enter its viewing or editing interface |
Download & Installation
Before using Highlight Rows and Columns, install WPS Office on your iPhone or iPad and open a spreadsheet file.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Launch WPS Office → open a spreadsheet file → tap Tools and check whether Highlight Rows and Columns is available under the Home tab |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | In WPS for iOS, you can open Tools → Home → Highlight Rows and Columns to emphasize the current row and column while viewing a worksheet. | Microsoft documents ways to highlight the active cell row or column in Excel by using VBA and the Worksheet SelectionChange event. | Google Sheets supports conditional formatting for cells, rows, or columns based on rules and formulas. | Notion table view supports table-based data display, bulk row editing, row and column arrangement, and wrapped cell content. | Adobe Acrobat supports filling and signing PDF forms, which is focused on PDF form workflows rather than spreadsheet row and column highlighting. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: built-in mobile entry for current-cell row and column highlighting; Distinct: better aligned with quick spreadsheet position tracking on a phone screen. | Compared with WPS: the official Microsoft example is code-based and oriented to Excel customization rather than a built-in mobile command. | Compared with WPS: Google emphasizes rule-based formatting, not direct highlighting of the active cell's row and column through a similar mobile command. | Compared with WPS: Notion focuses on database-style tables and view management rather than current-cell spreadsheet navigation. | Compared with WPS: Adobe focuses on PDF forms and signing, so the workflow is different from spreadsheet position tracking. |
| Official Source | — | Highlight the Active Cell, Row, or Column | Use conditional formatting rules in Google Sheets | Table view | Fill and sign PDF forms in Acrobat |
Overall Conclusion
If you want a direct way to track the current cell position on iOS, WPS Highlight Rows and Columns fits that mobile spreadsheet scenario well. Microsoft, Google, Notion, and Adobe each provide related capabilities, but their official workflows focus on different methods or product categories.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable For | Main Pain Point | How This Feature Helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reviewing long tables | Mobile office users | It is hard to tell where the current cell is on a small screen | Highlight the current row and column together |
| 2 | Checking detailed records | Finance, admin, and sales users | It is easy to misread horizontal fields and vertical records | Use the highlight to confirm the data intersection |
| 3 | Browsing spreadsheets during meetings | Team members | Temporary data review can be slow on mobile | Turn on the feature quickly from the Tools panel |
| 4 | Confirming a cell position before editing | Spreadsheet editors | It is easy to tap a nearby row or column by mistake | Check the highlighted range before editing |
| 5 | Reading large worksheets | Students, teachers, and office users | Large data areas are harder to read on mobile | Improve readability with row and column emphasis |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free Users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight Rows and Columns | Available | Available |
| Basic PDF features | Available | Available |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB or more depending on plan |
| Template downloads | Limited | More template benefits |
| Advanced PDF and some advanced tools | Partially limited | More features available |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Occasional spreadsheet viewing or editing on iPhone | Free | Highlight Rows and Columns is available for everyday viewing needs |
| Need more cloud storage or broader advanced office features | WPS Premium | Suitable for users who also need more document, PDF, template, or cross-device benefits |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page