WPS Single Selection on macOS: Introduction

Last updated:July 21, 2026

WPS Single Selection is a single-answer question setup feature in WPS Forms on macOS; this guide covers 3 core tasks, with 3 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.

At a Glance

MetricValueNotes
Core tasks3Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index
Available without membership3Matches the number of Free rows in the index
Membership-related items0All current tasks are available directly

About This Feature

Overview

Single Selection is a question setup feature in the Exam section of WPS Forms on macOS. It is used to add a question where the respondent can choose only one answer.

Core tasks include:

  • Open the Single Selection entry in the Exam section.
  • Set question parameters in the editing panel.
  • Preview and confirm the result before continuing.

This feature fits classroom quizzes, training assessments, onboarding tests, and other scenarios that need one-answer-only responses. It helps form creators set up a single choice question quickly and review the result before publishing.

System Requirements

ItemRequirement
OSA Mac that can run WPS Office normally
App versionIt is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office
NetworkAn internet connection is recommended when opening online forms or syncing content
OtherYou need access to an editable WPS Forms page

Download & Installation

ItemDetails
Official DownloadWPS Office Free Download
Post-install CheckLaunch WPS Office, open the WPS Forms editor, and confirm that the Exam section is visible

Source: WPS Download Center

Compare with Alternatives

DimensionWPSMicrosoftGoogleNotionAdobe
Capability SummaryConfigure a single-answer question in the Exam section of the WPS Forms editor, then edit settings, preview, and confirm.Excel form controls include option buttons, list boxes, and combo boxes. For one-choice scenarios, users can use option buttons or a list box with Single selection.Google Forms supports Multiple choice and Dropdown question types, and respondents can choose only one option.Notion database Select properties let users choose one option from a list of tags, which is useful for categorization rather than formal exam forms.Acrobat PDF forms support radio buttons, drop-down lists, and list boxes for one-choice form fields.
WPS AdvantagesAdvantage: The entry point is grouped inside the Exam section, which fits a direct create-preview-confirm workflow for form authors. Advantage: The current feature can be used without membership.Compared with WPS: Excel is more focused on worksheet controls and spreadsheet interaction than a dedicated exam form workflow.Compared with WPS: Google Forms is well suited for online surveys and quizzes, but its workflow is centered on web forms rather than the WPS desktop office entry point.Compared with WPS: Notion is more focused on database tagging and organization, so its one-option selection is not centered on exam question authoring.Compared with WPS: Acrobat is more focused on PDF form creation and completion than an exam-oriented editing flow.
Official SourceExcel form controlsChoose a type of question for your formDatabase propertiesPDF forms help

Overall Conclusion
WPS Single Selection is a practical fit for users who already build exam content in WPS Forms on macOS and want a direct setup path inside the editor. Other products also support one-choice input, but they focus on spreadsheet controls, online forms, database properties, or PDF forms instead of the same exam editing flow.

Use Cases

#ScenarioTarget UsersCore Pain PointSolution
1In-class quizzesTeachers, trainersNeed to add single-answer questions quicklyAdd a Single Selection question in the Exam section and finish the setup
2Corporate training testsHR teams, training adminsNeed a standardized one-choice question formatUse the Single Selection entry to edit question content in one place
3Onboarding knowledge checksTeam managersWant to review the question before releasePreview the result and confirm after editing
4Registration question formsOperations teamsNeed respondents to choose only one answerUse Single Selection to limit each question to one option
5Basic skills assessmentsStudents, employeesNeed a clear one-answer response structureOrganize standard-answer questions with Single Selection

Membership & Benefits

Free vs WPS Premium

FeatureFree UserWPS Member
Basic Single Selection setup✅ Available✅ Available
Editing in WPS Forms exam scenarios✅ Available✅ Available
Other advanced office and extended benefitsDepends on the features visible in the current accountUsually includes more advanced features and extended services

Source: WPS Office pricing page

Recommendations

Use CaseRecommended PlanReason
Occasional single choice question setupFreeThe current feature is available directly and fits lightweight use
Broader advanced office needsWPS PremiumBetter for users who also need extended benefits and more office features

How to Subscribe

Source: WPS Office pricing page