WPS Split Table on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 16, 2026

When using WPS Split Table, common questions usually involve split conditions, result syncing, and collaboration impact; this FAQ includes 3 frequent questions and a glossary.

FAQ

Why is the Split by list empty?

  1. Check whether the Split Range is selected correctly.
  2. Make sure the selected range includes the column you want to use as the split basis.
  3. If the first row contains field names, turn on Data contains header.
  4. Open the Split by list again and choose the target column.

Do split results sync automatically with the source table?

  1. Split results are created as separate copies.
  2. Later updates in the source table do not sync automatically to existing split results.
  3. If you need the latest data, run the split operation again.

Will Split Table affect other collaborators in a shared file?

  1. Yes. The operation can add worksheets or create new documents.
  2. It is a good idea to communicate with current collaborators before running it.
  3. If you save results as different new documents, the impact on the original collaborative file is smaller.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Split by ContentA method that groups one data range by the values in a selected column and creates separate results.
Split by WorksheetA method that outputs multiple worksheets from the current workbook as separate documents.
Data contains headerAn option that tells WPS the first row of the selected range is a header row and should be kept in each result.