WPS Auto Increment Table is a table setup feature in Smart Forms relay workflows on macOS; it includes 3 core tasks, with 3 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 3 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 3 | 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
Auto Increment Table is a built-in setup feature in WPS Office for Mac Smart Forms relay workflows. It helps you add and manage increment-style table content while creating a relay form. This is useful when you need to collect multiple rows of information continuously in one form flow.
Core tasks include:
- Open the Auto Increment Table entry: go to the relay module in the form editor and open the table setup item.
- Configure Auto Increment Table settings: adjust the available settings in the editing panel.
- Preview and confirm the setup: check the display result before saving the configuration.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Mac computer that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office for Mac |
| Network | A stable internet connection is recommended when opening or editing online forms |
| Other | You need access to the Smart Forms editing page and permission to edit the target form |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Post-install check | Open WPS Office for Mac, enter the Smart Forms editor, and check whether the Relay and Auto Increment Table entries are available |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Provides an Auto Increment Table entry in Smart Forms relay workflows, with setup, preview, and confirmation in the editing flow. | Microsoft Forms supports form creation and structured question types such as Likert, but the official support page does not present a native auto-increment table setup flow. | Google Forms supports multiple choice grid and checkbox grid questions for structured responses, but this is not the same as a relay-style auto-increment table setup. | Notion Forms connects questions to database properties and supports form building and customization on desktop and web, which fits structured collection but follows a database form model. | Adobe Acrobat web forms focus on e-signature and web form collection, with emphasis on fields and signing workflows rather than relay-style increment table setup. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS keeps table setup, preview, and confirmation inside one relay creation flow, which is practical for collecting multiple rows of data continuously. | Compared with WPS: structured question types are available, but the official guidance focuses on general survey building. | Compared with WPS: grid questions work well for matrix-style choices, while relay-style increment table setup is not the main pattern. | Compared with WPS: database-connected forms are useful for organizing responses, and conditional logic is limited to certain paid plans. | Compared with WPS: Acrobat web forms are oriented toward signing and web form management rather than relay table collection. |
| Official Source | — | Create a form with Microsoft Forms | Choose a type of question for your form | Forms | Create web forms in Acrobat |
Overall Conclusion
If you want to configure and confirm increment-style table content directly inside a relay workflow, WPS offers a more focused path. Other products also support structured data collection, but they are centered on survey question types, database-connected forms, or e-signature workflows.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main challenge | How this feature helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Event registration relay | Organizers and administrative staff | Need to collect multiple rows of participant information continuously | Add an Auto Increment Table in the relay and define the needed fields |
| 2 | Duty schedule collection | Team leads | Need to record shift or rotation details for multiple people in one place | Use the table setup to organize row-based entries |
| 3 | Supply registration | Campus or club managers | Need to keep adding item names, quantities, and related details | Configure the table settings and confirm the setup before sharing |
| 4 | Course group collection | Teachers and training organizers | Need participants to submit grouped information in a table-like structure | Use the relay table setup to keep the collected data organized |
| 5 | Project signup tracking | Project coordinators | Need to append signup records in one form flow | Preview the result and confirm the configuration before use |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Auto Increment Table setup | ✅ | ✅ |
| Basic PDF features | ✅ | ✅ |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
| Advanced templates and more advanced tools | Limited | More options available |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Occasional relay creation and basic table setup | Free | Suitable for basic editing and everyday use |
| Frequent work with broader office features or more cloud storage | WPS Premium | Better suited to ongoing work across more scenarios |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page