WPS Chart is a data visualization feature in WPS Spreadsheet on macOS; 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
Chart is a built-in data visualization feature in WPS Spreadsheet for macOS. It helps turn worksheet data into visual formats such as column charts, line charts, and pie charts so you can review trends, proportions, and comparisons more clearly.
In WPS Spreadsheet on macOS, Chart supports these common tasks:
- Insert a chart from an existing data range.
- Edit chart types, elements, layout, and styles.
- Export a chart as an image for sharing or reuse.
This feature supports 50+ chart types and is suitable for business reports, classroom materials, data analysis summaries, and everyday spreadsheet presentations.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Mac device running a supported version of macOS |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office for Mac |
| Network | Local chart insertion and editing do not require a constant internet connection; downloading, installation, and account-related actions require network access |
| Other | You need an editable spreadsheet file, and it is recommended to prepare a clear data range with headers |
Download & Installation
Before using Chart, install WPS Office for Mac first.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Spreadsheet, create or open a worksheet, and confirm that the Chart entry is available on the Insert tab |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Insert charts in spreadsheets, support 50+ chart types, continue editing chart elements and styles, and export charts as images. | Word can insert charts and use Chart Elements, Chart Styles, and Chart Filters, while chart data is tied to an embedded or linked Excel sheet. | Google Sheets can insert charts, change chart types, adjust data ranges, and customize titles, legends, gridlines, and styles. | Notion provides chart views for databases, including vertical bar, horizontal bar, line, donut, and number charts. | Adobe Acrobat Sign provides report charts for agreement, workflow, and transaction reporting, mainly for reporting dashboards rather than spreadsheet chart editing. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS focuses on spreadsheet-based chart creation and editing in one workflow, including insertion, adjustment, and image export. | Compared with WPS: Microsoft Word is more document-centered, and chart data handling depends on Excel worksheets. | Compared with WPS: Google clearly documents online chart customization, but the workflow is centered on Google Sheets in a browser environment. | Compared with WPS: Notion charts are designed for database views and dashboards; free users can try one chart, while unlimited chart creation is tied to paid plans. | Compared with WPS: Adobe chart features are designed for report analytics in Acrobat Sign, not for general spreadsheet chart authoring. |
| Official Source | — | Add a chart to your document in Word | Add and edit a chart or graph | Chart view | Overview of report charts |
Overall Conclusion
If your main goal is to create, edit, and export charts directly inside a spreadsheet, WPS Chart fits everyday spreadsheet workflows well on macOS. Microsoft and Google both provide mature chart features, but their product focus differs, while Notion and Adobe are more aligned with database dashboards or reporting scenarios.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main need | How Chart helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sales data presentation | Sales teams, operations teams | Large tables make trends hard to read quickly | Use line charts or column charts to show changes over time |
| 2 | Proportion analysis | Marketing teams, finance teams, students | Need to compare category shares visually | Use pie charts to display proportions |
| 3 | Visuals for reports | Managers, teachers | Need to place spreadsheet results into reports or slides | Export the chart as an image and insert it elsewhere |
| 4 | Chart style adjustment | Analysts | Default chart styles may not match presentation needs | Adjust chart elements, layout, and formatting tools |
| 5 | Updating visuals after data changes | Everyday office users | The chart needs to stay aligned with updated data | Re-select the chart and adjust type, data, or display elements |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Chart insertion and basic editing | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Some advanced styles | Some styles may be limited | ✅ Broader access |
| Cloud space and added services | Basic quota under the free plan | More cloud space and added services |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday chart creation, schoolwork, and basic reporting | Free | Common chart insertion, editing, and image export tasks are available |
| Frequent office work that needs more styles, more cloud space, or added services | WPS Premium | Better suited to users who need broader value-added capabilities over time |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page