WPS Fill in the Blank Question on Windows: Introduction

Last updated:July 22, 2026

WPS Fill in the Blank Question is a question setup feature for Smart Forms check-in scenarios; it includes 4 core tasks, with 4 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.

At a Glance

MetricValueNotes
Core tasks4Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index
Available without membership4Matches the number of Free rows in the index
Membership-related items0Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index

About This Feature

Overview

Fill in the Blank Question is used to add and manage open-text questions in the Check-in section of Smart Forms. It is suitable for collecting text answers, short explanations, and additional notes.

Its main tasks include:

  • Open the Fill in the Blank Question entry from the form editor.
  • Set the question content and related options in the editing panel.
  • Preview the question before saving.
  • Save the configuration and apply the change to the form.

This feature fits daily check-ins, event sign-ins, homework notes, and internal information collection.

System Requirements

ItemRequirement
Operating systemA Windows PC that can run WPS Office normally
App versionIt is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office
NetworkNo mandatory requirement for local editing; keep an internet connection for sign-in, sync, or online form scenarios
OtherYou need access to the Smart Forms editor and permission to edit the target form

Source: WPS Office Tech Specs

Download & Installation

ItemDetails
Official downloadWPS Office Free Download
Check after installationOpen WPS Office, enter the form editor, and confirm that the Check-in section and Fill in the Blank Question entry are available

Source: WPS download page

Compare with Alternatives

DimensionWPSMicrosoftGoogleNotionAdobe
Capability SummaryConfigure a fill-in-the-blank question in a Smart Forms check-in flow, including entry access, parameter setup, preview, and save.Microsoft Forms lets users add Text questions to a form and preview the form during creation.Google Forms supports Short answer and Paragraph questions, with required settings and descriptions.Notion Forms supports text property questions, Long answer, Required settings, and preview in the form builder.Adobe Acrobat mainly provides text fields for PDF forms or web forms, with a stronger focus on document forms and signature workflows.
WPS AdvantagesAdvantage: The question entry is placed directly in the Smart Forms check-in workflow, which helps users complete setup and preview in one editing flow.Compared with WPS: It is designed more as a general online form builder and does not show a dedicated check-in entry in the cited page.Compared with WPS: Its open-text question types are mature, but the product focus is broader general-purpose forms.Compared with WPS: Text questions connect closely with databases, while some advanced logic is limited to paid plans.Compared with WPS: It is closer to PDF or signing field management than a check-in questionnaire editor.
Official SourceCreate a form with Microsoft FormsChoose a type of question for your formFormsField properties for form components in Acrobat

Overall Conclusion
WPS Fill in the Blank Question is a practical fit for users who already build content inside a Smart Forms check-in workflow and want to complete setup, preview, and saving in one place. Microsoft, Google, and Notion all support text-based questions, but they are positioned more as general form tools, while Adobe is closer to PDF form field management.

Use Cases

No.ScenarioSuitable forMain challengeHow this feature helps
1Daily check-in notesTeam membersOption questions alone may not capture enough detailAdd a fill-in-the-blank question for text explanations
2Event sign-in remarksEvent organizersParticipant-specific notes need to be collectedAdd a text question in the check-in form
3Homework submission notesTeachers and studentsExtra context or special cases need to be explainedCollect supporting text through a fill-in-the-blank question
4Internal information registrationAdmin and operations staffFixed options cannot cover every input needUse a text question for free-form input
5Quick feedback collectionProduct or service teamsShort feedback needs to be gathered quicklyConfigure and preview a fill-in-the-blank question before publishing

Membership & Benefits

Free vs WPS Premium

CapabilityFree usersWPS Premium
Basic Fill in the Blank Question setup✅ Available✅ Available
Basic PDF features✅ Available✅ Available
Advanced PDF editing and more advanced toolsDepends on the feature✅ Usually available more broadly
Cloud storage1 GB20 GB or more depending on plan
Multi-user sharing planAvailable depending on plan
AI tool accessLimitedBroader access range, usually with daily usage limits

Source: WPS Office pricing page

Recommendations

ScenarioRecommended planWhy
You only need fill-in-the-blank setup and routine form editingFreeThis feature can be used without membership
You also need more PDF tools, cloud storage, or multi-user sharingWPS PremiumBetter suited for broader office needs beyond this feature

How to Subscribe

Source: WPS Office pricing page