Insert/Delete Rows and Columns in WPS on Android helps you adjust spreadsheet structure on mobile devices; 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 |
| Membership limit | None for this feature | You can use this feature directly |
| Version limit | No specific version limit | Using the latest WPS Office version is recommended |
About This Feature
Overview
Insert/Delete Rows and Columns is a built-in spreadsheet editing feature in WPS Office for Android. It helps you adjust worksheet structure by adding or removing entire rows and columns while working on a spreadsheet.
Core capabilities include:
- Quickly insert rows or columns from the floating row/column menu.
- Insert rows or columns from the Tools > Insert tab.
- Delete selected rows or columns to remove unneeded areas.
This feature is useful when you need to expand a data table, add new fields, clean up blank areas, or update a shared spreadsheet on the go. When multiple rows or columns are selected, the number inserted follows the selected range, which is helpful for repeated layout changes.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | An Android device that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | The latest WPS Office version is recommended |
| Network | No mandatory requirement for local editing; a network connection is recommended for collaboration |
| Other | You need to open a WPS spreadsheet file and have permission to edit it |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Installation method | Install WPS Office on your Android device, sign in, and open a spreadsheet file |
| Check after installation | Open any spreadsheet, select a row or column, and confirm that the floating menu or Tools entry is available |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Supports inserting rows and columns from a floating menu or from Tools > Insert in WPS on Android, and supports deleting selected rows and columns. The number inserted can follow the number of selected rows or columns. | Microsoft Support explains adding rows above or below, adding columns left or right, and deleting selected rows or columns from table layout tools. | Google Docs Editors Help explains inserting rows or columns from the context menu, including inserting multiple rows or columns based on the selected range, and deleting rows or columns. | Notion Help Center focuses on table views for databases, bulk editing rows, and rearranging rows and columns, rather than traditional spreadsheet-style row and column insertion workflows. | Adobe Help explains inserting rows or columns from Table > Insert, choosing how many to add, and placing them before or after the current row or column. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS provides two Android-friendly entry points for this task, including a floating menu and the Tools > Insert tab. Distinct: selecting multiple rows or columns can directly control how many rows or columns are inserted. | Compared with WPS: the official Microsoft page mainly describes desktop table layout commands rather than Android touch-first spreadsheet editing. | Compared with WPS: the official Google page mainly describes desktop right-click actions, while WPS presents touch-oriented entry points for Android editing. | Compared with WPS: Notion is centered on database views and row property management, so it is less focused on traditional spreadsheet structure editing. | Compared with WPS: Adobe's official help is oriented toward desktop table editing in publishing workflows rather than mobile spreadsheet collaboration. |
| Official Source | — | Add and delete table rows and columns | Add or move columns and cells | Table view | Selecting and editing tables |
Overall Conclusion
WPS is a practical choice for users who need to adjust spreadsheet structure directly on Android devices. It covers the same basic insert and delete needs as spreadsheet tools from Microsoft and Google, while offering entry points that fit mobile touch interaction more closely. Notion and Adobe serve different table-related scenarios, so they are less aligned with traditional spreadsheet row and column editing on Android.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main pain point | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adding daily report entries | Mobile office users | The current table does not have enough rows | Insert rows at the target position |
| 2 | Adding a new tracking field | Spreadsheet maintainers | A new column is needed for extra information | Insert a column from the floating menu or Insert tab |
| 3 | Cleaning blank areas | Collaborators | The sheet contains extra blank rows or columns | Delete the selected row or column |
| 4 | Expanding a template in batches | Team collaborators | Several rows or columns need to be added at once | Select multiple rows or columns before inserting |
| 5 | Making quick structural edits on mobile | Users working away from a computer | The spreadsheet structure must be adjusted on a phone | Complete row and column insertion or deletion on Android |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Insert/Delete Rows and Columns | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic spreadsheet editing | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| PDF advanced tools | Limited to basic access on the pricing page | More complete access is listed on the pricing page |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
| Template downloads | Limited | More advanced templates are available |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday row and column insertion, deletion, and basic spreadsheet editing | Free | This feature itself has no membership restriction |
| Frequent multi-device work with added cloud, template, or broader office benefits | WPS Premium | Suitable for users who need more storage and broader office-related benefits |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe to WPS Premium
Source: WPS Office pricing page