Print Row and Column Headers in WPS is a spreadsheet print setting on macOS; it includes 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
Print Row and Column Headers is a built-in spreadsheet print setting in WPS Office for macOS. It lets you include worksheet row numbers and column letters in printed output, which makes it easier to locate cells and discuss data positions on paper.
This feature supports two main tasks:
- Turn row and column headers on or off for printing so the printed page shows worksheet position markers.
- Check the result in print preview before printing.
It is useful for worksheet review, teaching, data checking, and any workflow where people need to refer to cells by position. This setting affects printed output only and does not change worksheet data.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Mac device that can run WPS Office for macOS normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office for macOS |
| Network | No mandatory network connection is required for local print settings; downloading, installation, and account services require internet access |
| Other | You need to open a spreadsheet file and use an available printer or the system print preview |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Installation | Download the Mac version of WPS Office and complete the installation as prompted |
| Post-install check | Open WPS Spreadsheet, then check whether the Print Row and Column Headers option is available on the Page tab |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | WPS lets you select Print Row and Column Headers from the Page tab and then review the result in print preview. | Excel lets users print worksheet row and column headings from Page Layout under Sheet Options > Headings > Print. | Google Sheets supports spreadsheet printing and can repeat frozen rows or columns across printed pages, but the official help page does not describe direct printing of default worksheet row numbers and column letters. | Notion supports exporting pages or databases as PDF, and desktop users need to export before printing; it does not provide worksheet-style row and column header printing. | Adobe Acrobat focuses on printing PDF content and related print settings, not worksheet row and column header printing for spreadsheets. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: the setting is directly available in the spreadsheet page setup area, so it is quick to switch before printing. Distinct: the preview path is straightforward for checking whether headers are included. | Compared with WPS: Excel also supports printing row and column headings, but the setting is described in the Page Layout sheet options workflow. | Compared with WPS: Google Sheets focuses more on print layout and repeating frozen rows or columns than on direct worksheet border headings. | Compared with WPS: Notion is designed around page export and page printing, not spreadsheet worksheet header printing. | Compared with WPS: Acrobat is built for PDF print workflows and does not provide a native spreadsheet worksheet header print setting. |
| Official Source | — | Print row and column headings | Print from Google Sheets | Export your content | Print comments |
Overall Conclusion
If your main goal is to keep worksheet position markers in printed output, WPS and Microsoft Excel both provide a direct setting for that task. Google Sheets, Notion, and Adobe Acrobat support printing or export workflows, but their official guidance is centered on broader print or document scenarios rather than worksheet row and column header printing.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable Users | Main Pain Point | How This Helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paper-based worksheet review | Teachers, reviewers | It is hard to point to exact cells on paper | Print row and column headers to identify cells by position |
| 2 | Data checking | Finance and operations staff | Printed sheets need clear location references | Turn on the setting and confirm the range in print preview |
| 3 | Training and instruction | Trainers, students | It is difficult to guide everyone to the same cell | Use printed row and column headers for clear references |
| 4 | Printed archiving | Administrative and project staff | Archived printouts are harder to trace back to cells | Keep row and column headers for later lookup |
| 5 | Team markup | Team members | Paper comments may not describe locations clearly | Use row and column headers to mark the target area |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free Users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Print row and column headers | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic spreadsheet printing | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| More advanced office and PDF benefits | Some features are limited | More advanced benefits are available |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Occasional spreadsheet printing and checking | Free | This feature is available directly for basic print needs |
| Broader advanced office workflows | WPS Premium | Suitable if you also need more advanced tools and added benefits |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page