When using WPS Pivot Table on Android, 3 common question types come up most often: finding the entry, preparing source data, and understanding results; this section answers 3 frequent questions.
FAQ
Where can I create a Pivot Table on Android?
- Open the spreadsheet file.
- Tap Tools at the bottom.
- Open the Insert tab and tap Pivot Table.
How should I prepare source data before creating a Pivot Table?
- Make sure each column has a clear header.
- Avoid merged cells in the data range whenever possible.
- Organize similar data by columns so field-based summarization works more clearly.
Why doesn’t editing a Pivot Table cell change the original data?
- A Pivot Table shows summarized results based on the source data.
- Editing result cells directly does not write changes back to the source data.
- To change the summary result, edit the source data and then review the Pivot Table again.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Pivot Table | An analysis tool used to group, summarize, and review detailed data from multiple dimensions. |
| Row field | A field placed in the row area of a Pivot Table to determine how results are displayed vertically. |
| Column field | A field placed in the column area of a Pivot Table to determine how results are displayed horizontally. |
| Source data range | The original data range selected when creating a Pivot Table. |