Insert/Delete Rows and Columns in WPS on macOS helps you quickly add or remove worksheet rows and columns; this guide covers 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 | All listed tasks are available directly |
About This Feature
Overview
Insert/Delete Rows and Columns is a built-in spreadsheet editing feature in WPS Office for macOS. It is used to add or remove rows and columns in an existing worksheet structure and supports batch deletion for selected ranges.
Core capabilities include:
- Insert rows or columns near the selected row or column through the right-click menu.
- Delete selected rows or columns directly from the right-click menu.
- Use the top menu bar insert entry to add rows or columns.
- Delete multiple selected rows or columns in one action.
This feature is useful for reorganizing data tables, adding records, adjusting field layouts, and removing rows or columns that are no longer needed.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Mac device that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office for Mac |
| Network | No mandatory internet connection is required for local row and column editing; downloading, installation, and account-related actions require internet access |
| Other | Open an editable spreadsheet file and make sure you have permission to edit it |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Launch WPS Spreadsheet, open any worksheet, and select a row header or column label to confirm that insert or delete options are available |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Supports inserting rows above or below and columns to the left or right from the right-click menu or top menu bar, and deleting selected rows or columns. It also supports deleting multiple rows or columns at once. | Microsoft Word or PowerPoint for Mac lets users add rows above or below and columns left or right from the Table Layout tab, then delete rows, cells, or tables from the Delete menu. The workflow is centered on table objects. | Google Sheets lets users add, change, move, or delete spreadsheet rows, columns, or cells. It also supports inserting multiple rows or columns based on the selected quantity. | Notion table view supports creating a table view, bulk editing multiple rows, and rearranging rows and columns with drag and drop. Its workflow is centered on database views rather than traditional spreadsheets. | Adobe InCopy provides table creation and editing guidance for publishing workflows, but its public help content is focused on document table editing rather than spreadsheet-style row and column management. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS lets you work directly from worksheet row headers and column labels for insert or delete actions, which fits everyday spreadsheet editing on macOS. Distinct: batch deletion is straightforward for selected rows or columns. | Compared with WPS: the official workflow is designed for document or presentation tables instead of worksheet grids. | Compared with WPS: Google Sheets also supports multi-row and multi-column insertion and deletion, with a stronger browser-based collaboration workflow. WPS keeps the editing path close to desktop spreadsheet use. | Compared with WPS: Notion emphasizes properties, views, and database organization instead of classic spreadsheet row and column structure editing. | Compared with WPS: Adobe's related guidance is more aligned with editorial and layout workflows than worksheet structure changes. |
| Official Source | — | Add or delete rows or columns in a table in Word or PowerPoint for Mac | Add or move columns & cells | Table view | Selecting and editing tables |
Overall Conclusion
If your main task is to adjust worksheet structure quickly on a Mac, WPS provides direct right-click and top menu bar entry points that fit frequent spreadsheet editing. Microsoft and Google offer similar actions in their own products, while Notion and Adobe are oriented toward database management or publishing workflows rather than standard worksheet row and column editing.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main need | How this feature helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Add monthly records | Finance and administrative staff | The current worksheet does not have enough rows | Insert new rows above or below the target position |
| 2 | Add a new field column | Data organizers | A new category field needs to be added | Insert a new column to the left or right of the target column |
| 3 | Remove invalid records | Everyday office users | The worksheet contains unnecessary data entries | Select multiple rows and delete them in one action |
| 4 | Adjust a template structure | Team collaborators | The template layout needs to be reorganized | Rebuild the layout with inserted and deleted columns |
| 5 | Fix an input area quickly | Teachers and students | The current input area is not in the right place | Use the right-click menu to insert rows or columns nearby |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Insert rows and columns | ✅ | ✅ |
| Delete rows and columns | ✅ | ✅ |
| Basic spreadsheet editing | ✅ | ✅ |
| More advanced PDF, template, and extended benefits | Partly available or limited | More benefits are available |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday worksheet structure editing | Free | Inserting and deleting rows or columns is a basic editing task and can handle common needs directly |
| Ongoing needs for more templates, cloud storage, or extended tools | WPS Premium | Suitable for users who need broader office benefits over time |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page