WPS Cross Analysis on Windows: Introduction

Last updated:July 22, 2026

WPS Cross Analysis is a configuration feature in Smart Forms file collection on Windows; 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

Cross Analysis is a built-in configuration feature in WPS Office for Windows Smart Forms under the File Collection workflow. It is used to set up and manage cross-analysis options while creating a file collection form.

Core tasks include:

  • Open the Cross Analysis entry: go from the form editor to File Collection and open the Cross Analysis settings.
  • Configure Cross Analysis options: adjust related settings in the pop-up panel.
  • Preview the result: check the current effect before confirming the setup.
  • Save and publish: confirm the settings, save the form, and publish a new version when needed so changes apply to new submissions.

This workflow is useful for document collection, approval attachments, registration materials, and other file submission scenarios where you need a clear setup path inside the same editor.

System Requirements

ItemRequirement
Operating systemA Windows device that can run the desktop version of WPS Office normally
App versionIt is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office
NetworkA stable internet connection is recommended when opening Smart Forms, previewing results, or publishing updates
OtherSign in with an account that can edit the form and make sure you have editing permission for the target form

Download & Installation

ItemDetails
Official downloadWPS Office Free Download
Check after installationOpen WPS Office, enter the Smart Forms editor, and confirm that the File Collection and Cross Analysis entries are available

Source: WPS download page

Compare with Alternatives

DimensionWPSMicrosoftGoogleNotionAdobe
Capability SummaryCross Analysis is available inside the Smart Forms file collection workflow, where you can open the settings panel, adjust parameters, preview the result, and save the configuration.Microsoft Forms supports file upload questions and branching logic, but branching can only move to a later question or to the end of the form.Google Forms supports form creation, logic based on previous answers, sharing, embedding, and response analysis for general collection workflows.Notion Forms connects forms to databases, supports form creation and preview, and offers conditional logic on Business and Enterprise plans.Adobe Acrobat Sign supports public web forms built from uploaded files and focuses on participant flow, fields, and publishing for signing workflows.
WPS AdvantagesAdvantage: Cross Analysis is placed directly in the file collection creation flow, so setup, preview, and confirmation stay in one editing path.Compared with WPS: file upload and branching are handled as separate settings, and branching has consecutive-question limits.Compared with WPS: it focuses more on general-purpose forms and logic routing, rather than a dedicated cross-analysis setup inside file collection.Compared with WPS: database-connected forms are flexible, but advanced conditional logic depends on higher-tier plans.Compared with WPS: the workflow is centered more on signing and public web forms than on analysis settings inside file collection.
Official Source—Microsoft Forms file upload; Microsoft Forms branchingGoogle Forms product pageNotion Forms; Notion files and mediaAdobe Create a web form

Overall Conclusion: WPS Cross Analysis is a practical fit for users already working in the Smart Forms file collection workflow on Windows. Its main strength is keeping configuration, preview, and confirmation in one path, while the other products emphasize broader forms, database-driven collection, or signing-focused web forms.

Source: Microsoft Forms file upload; Microsoft Forms branching; Google Forms product page; Notion Forms; Notion files and media; Adobe Create a web form

Use Cases

No.ScenarioSuitable forMain challengeHow Cross Analysis helps
1Registration material collectionEvent organizersNeed to manage uploaded attachments in a consistent wayConfigure Cross Analysis in File Collection and preview the result before release
2Approval attachment handlingAdmin and operations staffDifferent submissions need a consistent analysis setupAdjust related options in the Cross Analysis panel and save the configuration
3Project document collectionProject managers and collaboratorsLong collection workflows make settings harder to confirm in one placeComplete setup, preview, and confirmation in the same editor
4Form version updatesForm maintainersChanges may need a clear release step before they affect respondentsSave the configuration and publish a new version when needed

Membership & Benefits

Free vs WPS Premium

CapabilityFreeWPS Premium
Basic Writer, Spreadsheet, and Presentation tools✅✅
Basic PDF features✅✅
Advanced PDF and more advanced toolsLimited✅
Cloud storage1 GBHigher-capacity plans available
AI tools and more advanced capabilitiesSome limits applyBroader access available

Source: WPS Office pricing page

Recommendations

Use caseRecommended planWhy
Basic office work and initial Smart Forms editingFreeA good starting point for standard office tasks and basic form-related work
Frequent PDF work, more cloud storage, or more advanced toolsWPS PremiumBetter suited to users who need broader advanced features and higher resource limits
Shared subscription for multiple peopleSharing PlanSuitable when multiple users need separate accounts and storage under one subscription

Source: WPS Office pricing page

How to Subscribe

  • Go to the WPS subscription page and choose a suitable plan: Subscribe to WPS
  • On the page, you can review personal plans or sharing plans and complete the subscription by following the on-screen instructions.

Source: WPS Office pricing page