Hide Rows and Columns in WPS on iOS helps you simplify spreadsheet views without deleting data; this guide covers 2 core tasks, with 2 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 2 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 2 | 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
Hide Rows and Columns in WPS on iOS is a spreadsheet view management feature for iPhone and iPad. It lets you temporarily hide selected rows or columns while keeping the worksheet data, formulas, and structure intact.
Core tasks include:
- Hide selected rows or columns to reduce visual clutter in large sheets.
- Manage hidden rows and columns to unhide content when you need it again.
This feature is useful when you review long spreadsheets on a smaller screen, prepare a cleaner view for sharing, or keep intermediate calculation areas out of sight without deleting them.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | An iPhone or iPad that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office for iOS |
| Network | No mandatory network connection is required for local hide or unhide actions; internet access is needed for download, sign-in, or sync |
| Other | You need to open a WPS spreadsheet file and have permission to edit the current worksheet |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Installation method | Install WPS Office on your iPhone or iPad, sign in to your account, and open a spreadsheet file to access this feature |
| Post-install check | Open any spreadsheet, tap Tools, and check the row and column options under the Home menu |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Supports hiding selected rows or columns in spreadsheets on iOS and provides a Manage Hidden Rows and Columns entry to restore them while keeping data in place. | Microsoft Excel officially supports hiding and unhiding rows and columns by selecting them and using Hide or Unhide. | Google Sheets on iPhone and iPad officially supports hiding rows or columns, alongside freeze, group, and merge actions. | Notion table view supports database-style rows, columns, property editing, and layout changes, but the official table help page does not describe spreadsheet-style hide row or hide column actions. | Adobe Acrobat mobile focuses on PDF viewing, editing, signing, and page organization, and its official mobile help does not describe spreadsheet row or column hiding. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS provides direct hide and manage-hidden workflows in a mobile spreadsheet editing context on iOS. Distinct: It keeps worksheet data available while making the visible area easier to review on a smaller screen. | Compared with WPS: Microsoft also supports hide and unhide actions, but the cited page is a general Excel help page rather than an iOS-specific workflow page. | Compared with WPS: Google also supports hide row and hide column actions on iOS, with additional row and column controls such as freeze and group. | Compared with WPS: Notion is centered on database views and property visibility rather than traditional spreadsheet row and column hiding. | Compared with WPS: Adobe mobile tools are designed for PDF workflows, so they do not provide an equivalent spreadsheet hide-row or hide-column workflow. |
| Official Source | — | Hide or show rows or columns | Freeze, group, hide, or merge rows & columns | Table view | Acrobat Reader mobile app FAQ |
Overall Conclusion
If you want to hide or restore spreadsheet rows and columns directly on iOS, WPS provides a workflow that fits mobile spreadsheet editing well. Google Sheets offers a similar mobile capability, while Notion and Adobe are designed for different content structures and document types.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main pain point | How this feature helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Simplifying summary sheets | Students, teachers, and office staff | Too many fields make key data harder to review | Hide temporary or secondary rows and columns to keep the main area visible |
| 2 | Reviewing long sheets on mobile | Sales, operations, and managers | Small screens make wide or long sheets harder to read | Hide less important sections and focus on the current analysis area |
| 3 | Preparing a cleaner presentation view | Team members sharing reports | Raw sheets contain too much supporting detail | Hide supporting rows and columns before presenting the main figures |
| 4 | Keeping intermediate calculations without deleting them | Finance and data users | Helper rows or columns are needed but should not stay visible | Hide calculation areas while preserving formulas and references |
| 5 | Restoring hidden content later | All spreadsheet editors | Hidden content exists but is not easy to locate manually | Use Manage Hidden Rows and Columns to review and unhide content |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Hide rows and columns | Available | Available |
| Manage hidden rows and columns | Available | Available |
| Basic spreadsheet editing | Available | Available |
| Additional premium benefits | Depends on the current account plan | Includes the advanced benefits in the subscribed plan |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday spreadsheet viewing and cleanup | Free | The hide and manage-hidden tools are enough for basic view organization |
| Broader advanced office needs under one account | WPS Premium | Suitable if you also want access to additional premium office benefits |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page