WPS Filling Settings is the rule configuration feature for Forms relay scenarios; 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
Filling Settings is used to configure response rules in the Forms relay workflow, helping creators set up how responses are filled in and when the settings apply before publishing. This feature is located in the Relay section of the form editor and is useful when preparing event sign-ups, information collection, or multi-person relay forms.
Core tasks include:
- Open the Filling Settings entry: Go to the Relay section in the form editor and open the Filling Settings panel.
- Adjust filling parameters: Modify related options in the settings panel.
- Preview and confirm the result: Preview the effect and save the settings so later responses follow the expected rules.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | A Windows PC that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | An internet connection is recommended when opening online forms, saving changes, or publishing a relay form |
| Other | It is recommended to sign in to your WPS account and make sure you have edit permission for the target form |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Post-install Check | Launch WPS Office, open the Forms editor, and confirm that the Filling Settings entry is available in the Relay section |
Source: WPS Office download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Provides a Filling Settings entry in the Forms relay workflow so creators can adjust parameters, preview the result, and confirm the setup during editing. | Microsoft Forms provides a settings pane for response controls such as accepting responses, start and end dates, and response receipts. | Google Forms provides settings for response limits, response editing, confirmation messages, and publishing or sharing controls. | Notion Forms lets users configure required questions, descriptions, anonymous responses, and sharing scope in the form builder. | Adobe Acrobat Sign Web Forms supports configuration for web form availability, email verification, additional participants, and save-progress options. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: The settings entry is part of the relay editing flow, which helps creators complete rule setup, preview, and confirmation in one place. | Compared with WPS: The official page focuses on general response controls such as permissions, dates, and receipts. | Compared with WPS: The official guidance focuses more on publishing, sharing, and response management than on relay-style setup. | Compared with WPS: Database-connected forms are a strong focus, while some advanced customization is available on paid plans. | Compared with WPS: The workflow is centered on signable web forms and agreement processes rather than relay-style information collection. |
| Official Source | — | Microsoft Forms settings | Google Forms publish and settings | Notion Forms | Adobe Configure Web Forms |
Overall Conclusion
If you want to configure response rules directly while building a relay form, WPS keeps the entry path more focused inside the editing flow. If your priority is general survey publishing, database-connected forms, or e-signature workflows, the other products provide their own settings strengths.
Use Cases
| # | Scenario | Target Users | Core Pain Point | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pre-publish relay check | Event organizers | They are not sure whether the response rules are complete before publishing | Open Filling Settings to review and adjust parameters in one place |
| 2 | Information collection rule adjustment | Team admins | The form structure is ready, but response behavior still needs refinement | Modify related options in the Filling Settings panel |
| 3 | Final effect confirmation before release | Form creators | They want to avoid unexpected response behavior after saving | Preview the result first, then confirm the settings |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature | Free User | WPS Member |
|---|---|---|
| Use Filling Settings | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic PDF features | ✅ Available | ✅ Available with a broader feature set |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
| Templates | Limited access | More advanced templates and member benefits |
| AI tools | Limited access | More AI-related tools and usage allowance |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Use Case | Recommended Plan | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Occasional relay form setup or adjustment | Free | The feature itself is available directly and fits light form editing needs |
| Frequent document work plus templates, cloud storage, or AI tools | WPS Member | A better fit for users who regularly work with documents, forms, and collaboration content |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page