WPS Sort is a spreadsheet data organization feature on Android; 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
Sort is a built-in spreadsheet feature in WPS Office for Android. It helps you rearrange selected data in ascending or descending order so you can review and find information more efficiently.
Core capabilities include:
- Sort a selected data range from the Tools → Data panel.
- Sort the current column directly from the floating column menu.
- Undo the sorting result if you need to return to the previous order.
This feature is useful for lists, IDs, score sheets, inventory records, and other everyday tables that need quick organization on a mobile device.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | Android device |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | Sorting is a local spreadsheet action and does not require a network connection |
| Other | You need to open a spreadsheet file successfully and have permission to edit the current sheet |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Office, open a spreadsheet, then check the Data option under Tools or the sorting entry in the floating menu after selecting a column |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | On Android, WPS lets you sort a selected data range in ascending or descending order. You can use the Tools → Data panel or the floating column menu, and you can undo the result afterward. | Microsoft Word supports sorting table contents by column in ascending or descending order, and also supports additional sort criteria and header row handling. | Google Sheets supports sorting a selected range or an entire sheet, and it also supports additional sort columns and filter-based workflows. | Notion lets you sort database views by property in ascending or descending order and reorder multiple sort rules. | Adobe Acrobat on the web supports sorting and searching cloud file lists, which is useful for file management rather than spreadsheet cell sorting. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS provides direct spreadsheet sorting on Android. Distinct: It offers both a Tools path and a floating menu path for quick mobile use. | Compared with WPS: the official Microsoft page here focuses on Word table sorting in a desktop-style workflow rather than Android spreadsheet sorting. | Compared with WPS: Google's official page focuses on Google Sheets on computer and includes broader range sorting options. | Compared with WPS: Notion sorting is designed for database views instead of traditional spreadsheet cell ranges. | Compared with WPS: Adobe's official page describes file list sorting, not spreadsheet data range sorting. |
| Official Source | — | Sort table contents | Sort and filter your data | Views, filters, sorts and groups | Sort and search files |
Overall Conclusion
WPS Sort is well suited to quick spreadsheet cleanup on Android devices. Other products also provide sorting features, but their official workflows focus on desktop document tables, web spreadsheets, database views, or file list management.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main issue | How it helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sorting student scores | Students, teachers | It is hard to review high or low scores quickly | Select the score range and sort in ascending or descending order |
| 2 | Reviewing sales lists | Sales teams, operations staff | Large item or order lists are difficult to scan row by row | Use Tools → Data to sort the target column |
| 3 | Organizing contact IDs | Admin staff, team members | Mixed list order reduces lookup efficiency | Select a column and sort it from the floating menu |
| 4 | Checking inventory records | Store staff, warehouse staff | It takes time to find unusual quantities or IDs | Sort the data range to regroup the records |
| 5 | Organizing expense sheets | Individual users | Amounts or dates are scattered and hard to review | Sort the table and use Undo if you need to adjust the result |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Basic spreadsheet sorting on Android | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic spreadsheet editing | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Additional PDF, template, and cloud storage benefits | Basic allocation under the free plan | More extended benefits are available |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Daily viewing and sorting of small spreadsheet datasets | Free | Sorting is available directly and fits basic mobile work |
| Need more cloud storage, templates, or broader office benefits | WPS Premium | Suitable if you also need additional membership benefits beyond basic sorting |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page