Use WPS Pivot Table in 4 topics, including opening the Pivot Table entry, selecting the source range, adding fields, and exporting the result; choose a topic from the How-to Index and follow the entry path and steps.
How-to Index
| No. | Topic | Membership Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Open the Pivot Table entry | Free |
| 2 | 2. Select the source data range | Free |
| 3 | 3. Add row fields and column fields | Free |
| 4 | 4. Export and finish creation | Free |
How-to Guide
1. Open the Pivot Table entry
Feature entry: Tools → Insert → Pivot Table
- Open the spreadsheet file that you want to analyze.
- Tap Tools at the bottom.
- Select the Insert tab.
- Tap Pivot Table.
Success Criteria
- Interface result: The Pivot Table creation flow opens.
- Next action available: You can continue to select the source data range.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: If no spreadsheet file is open first, you cannot continue to the creation steps.
2. Select the source data range
Feature entry: Pivot Table creation screen
- Select the data range in the worksheet that you want to use for the Pivot Table.
- Check whether the selected range includes the columns you want to summarize.
- Tap Done to continue.
Success Criteria
- Interface result: The selected range is accepted and the field setup screen opens.
- Next action available: You can add row fields and column fields.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: If the source data has no headers or includes merged cells, the summary result may be harder to review.
- Environment note: It is recommended to organize the source data by columns, with one field per column.
3. Add row fields and column fields
Feature entry: Field setup screen
- Add column fields based on your analysis goal.
- Add row fields based on your analysis goal.
- Adjust the field combination as needed to review different summary dimensions.
Success Criteria
- Interface result: The Pivot Table structure shows the selected row and column dimensions.
- Next action available: You can export and review the summarized result.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: If fields are placed in unsuitable areas, the result may not match your expectation, so adjust the field placement again.
4. Export and finish creation
Feature entry: After field setup is complete
- Confirm that the row fields and column fields are set.
- Tap Export.
- Review the generated Pivot Table result.
Success Criteria
- Interface result: A viewable Pivot Table result is generated.
- Next action available: You can continue reviewing the summary or return to the original sheet to adjust the data.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: Editing Pivot Table result cells directly does not change the source data.
- Environment note: More complex configurations are usually easier to complete on a desktop device.