WPS Auto Numbering on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 22, 2026

When using Auto Numbering, common questions usually focus on finding the entry, making the setting take effect, and understanding what later edits change; this section includes 3 frequent questions and a 3-term glossary.

FAQ

How do I find Auto Numbering in File Collection?

  1. Open the target Smart Form and enter the editing interface.
  2. In the left navigation area, select File Collection.
  3. Find Auto Numbering and click it.
  4. If you still do not see it, confirm that your account has permission to edit the form.

What should I do if Auto Numbering does not take effect after saving?

  1. Confirm that you clicked OK in the Auto Numbering panel.
  2. Return to the form editor and check whether the current configuration is still retained.
  3. If the form needs to be published before changes are visible to respondents, complete the save or publish action.
  4. Test one upload flow again and check whether new submissions follow the current rule.

Can I change Auto Numbering after file collection has already been created?

  1. Reopen the Smart Form in the editing interface.
  2. Go to File Collection and open the Auto Numbering settings area.
  3. Adjust the parameters as needed and preview the result again.
  4. Save the change and verify the result with a new submission.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Auto NumberingA numbering setting used to apply a continuous or rule-based number pattern in file collection.
File CollectionA Smart Form collection scenario used to receive uploaded files from respondents.
Preview ResultA view of the numbering output before saving, used to confirm whether the current settings match your expectation.