WPS Scatter Chart is a chart feature in WPS Spreadsheets for showing the distribution of two numeric variables on a two-dimensional axis; it includes 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 | This topic does not require WPS membership |
About This Feature
Overview
Scatter Chart is a data visualization feature in WPS Spreadsheets that plots two sets of numeric values as points on horizontal and vertical axes, making it easier to observe distribution, clustering, and correlation.
On Windows, Scatter Chart is suitable for worksheets that compare two numeric fields across many samples. After selecting a data range, you can open the chart entry from the Insert tab, choose a scatter chart subtype, and then place the chart in the worksheet for further adjustment.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Windows device that can run WPS Office |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | No mandatory network connection is required for inserting or editing a local scatter chart; an internet connection is recommended for collaboration scenarios |
| Other | You need access to WPS Spreadsheets and a data range that contains two numeric value sets |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Spreadsheets and confirm that chart-related options are available on the Insert tab |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Supports inserting a scatter chart from selected worksheet data and offers multiple scatter chart subtypes for showing the relationship between two variables. | Excel supports scatter charts, uses numeric X and Y axes, and provides multiple scatter chart types. | Google Sheets supports scatter charts, uses the first column for X-axis values and other columns for Y values, and supports trendlines. | Notion chart view supports bar, line, donut, and number charts, but it does not provide a scatter chart type. | Adobe Acrobat Sign report charts include bar, line, and scatter graphs with hover details, mainly for reporting scenarios. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: You can insert a scatter chart directly inside a worksheet from the Insert entry. Distinct: It fits a spreadsheet workflow where data selection and chart insertion happen in the same editing view. | Compared with WPS: Excel provides more detailed official guidance about axis types and scaling for scatter charts. | Compared with WPS: Google Sheets emphasizes online editing and specific data formatting rules; WPS follows a more direct desktop spreadsheet insertion flow. | Compared with WPS: Notion does not offer a scatter chart type in chart view, so its chart workflow is more limited for XY analysis. | Compared with WPS: Adobe presents scatter graphs in a reporting module rather than a general spreadsheet chart workflow. |
| Official Source | — | Present your data in a scatter chart or a line chart | Scatter charts | Chart view | Overview of report charts |
Overall Conclusion
If you want to create a scatter chart quickly from worksheet data, WPS provides a direct entry and a familiar spreadsheet workflow. Other products support charting in their own environments, but their scatter-chart experience is more tied to platform-specific chart, database, or reporting scenarios.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable Users | Core Need | How Scatter Chart Helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sales and campaign analysis | Operations and marketing teams | Need to compare whether two numeric indicators are related | Insert a scatter chart from campaign and sales data |
| 2 | Experimental data distribution review | Teachers and researchers | Need to see whether sample points are concentrated or dispersed | Plot X and Y values as points |
| 3 | Height and weight sample display | Students and trainers | Plain tables do not show distribution clearly | Use a scatter chart to show clustering |
| 4 | Data discussion in collaborative sheets | Team members | It is hard to explain variable relationships with raw tables alone | Add a scatter chart to support discussion |
| 5 | Initial review of large datasets | New data analysts | Need a quick way to spot trends or outliers | Create a scatter chart before deeper analysis |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free Users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Insert scatter charts | ✅ | ✅ |
| Basic spreadsheet and chart use | ✅ | ✅ |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
| Template downloads | Limited | More available |
| Advanced PDF-related features | Basic features | More advanced features |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday scatter chart insertion and basic data display | Free | This scatter chart topic can be used directly without a membership requirement |
| Need more cloud storage or more advanced office features | WPS Premium | Suitable if you also need expanded cloud storage, templates, and additional advanced office features |
How to Subscribe
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Source: WPS Office pricing page