Insert or delete cells in WPS on iOS helps you adjust spreadsheet structure on mobile; 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
Insert or delete cells in WPS on iOS is a built-in spreadsheet editing feature for adjusting cell structure inside an existing worksheet. It is useful when you need to add space for new data, remove unneeded cells, or reorganize rows and columns while editing on mobile.
Core tasks include:
- Insert cells from the Home tab and choose to shift cells right, shift cells down, insert an entire row, or insert an entire column.
- Delete cells from the Home tab and choose to shift cells left, shift cells up, delete an entire row, or delete an entire column.
- Insert cells from the Insert tab for common right-shift or down-shift insertion tasks.
This feature is helpful for mobile spreadsheet updates, quick layout cleanup, and on-the-go data corrections in WPS Office.
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 for local editing; internet is needed for sign-in or file sync |
| Other | You need to open a spreadsheet file and enter editing mode |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Installation | Install WPS Office on your iPhone or iPad, then sign in if needed |
| Post-install check | Open a spreadsheet, tap Tools, and confirm that the Home or Insert tab is available |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Supports inserting cells in iOS spreadsheets with options to shift right, shift down, insert a full row, or insert a full column. It also supports deleting cells with left shift, up shift, entire row deletion, and entire column deletion. | Microsoft Support explains how to add a cell, row, or column in a Word table, including shifting cells right or down and inserting full rows or columns. The official guidance is centered on document tables rather than mobile spreadsheet editing. | Google Sheets Help states that users can add, move, or delete spreadsheet rows, columns, or cells through menu actions such as Insert and Delete. | Notion table documentation focuses on database table views, where users create table views, rearrange rows and columns, and manage properties rather than perform traditional spreadsheet cell-shift edits. | Adobe Acrobat Help centers on PDF editing, page organization, and document tools. The official help content does not present a direct spreadsheet-style insert-cell or delete-cell workflow for shifting worksheet cells. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS provides direct cell-level insert and delete actions for mobile spreadsheets, including shift-right, shift-down, shift-left, and shift-up options. Distinct: it offers both Home-tab and Insert-tab entry points for common structure edits on iOS. | Compared with WPS: Microsoft documents similar insert options for tables, but the referenced workflow is for Word tables instead of spreadsheet cell structure editing on iOS. | Compared with WPS: Google supports inserting and deleting spreadsheet cells, but the referenced official workflow is mainly described for desktop right-click operations. | Compared with WPS: Notion is stronger for database-style organization, while WPS is closer to traditional spreadsheet cell structure editing. | Compared with WPS: Adobe focuses on PDF workflows, so its official help does not emphasize spreadsheet cell insertion or deletion behavior. |
| Official Source | — | Add a cell, row, or column to a table in Word | Add or move columns & cells | Table view | Acrobat Desktop Help |
Overall Conclusion
If you need to insert or delete cells directly in a spreadsheet on iOS, WPS offers a workflow that is closely aligned with mobile spreadsheet editing. The other products provide related table or document capabilities, but their official guidance is oriented more toward document tables, browser-based spreadsheets, database views, or PDF editing.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main issue | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fill in missing data in the middle of a sheet | Mobile office users | A data area needs extra space without rewriting the sheet | Insert cells from the Home tab and shift right or down |
| 2 | Remove unnecessary content | Spreadsheet maintainers | Extra cells or blank areas affect layout | Delete cells from the Home tab and shift left or up |
| 3 | Add a full record row | Sales or operations users | A new record must be inserted into an existing table | Use the Home tab to insert a row above |
| 4 | Add a new field column | Data organizers | A new column is needed on the left side of current data | Use the Home tab to insert a column on the left |
| 5 | Make quick structure changes on mobile | Collaborative editors | The sheet layout needs fast local adjustment | Use the Insert tab cell command for common insertion tasks |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Basic insert and delete cell editing | Available | Available |
| Basic PDF features and reading | Available | Available |
| Advanced PDF tools, more templates, and extended services | Partially limited | More features available |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | Higher-capacity plans are listed on the pricing page |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday spreadsheet edits | Free | This feature itself is available without membership and works for routine insert or delete tasks |
| Broader office needs with extra services | WPS Premium | Suitable if you also need more cloud storage, templates, or advanced tools |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership page: Subscribe to WPS Premium
Source: WPS Office pricing page