WPS Fill in the Blank Question is a text-entry question type for Smart Forms file collection on Windows; this guide covers 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
WPS Fill in the Blank Question is a text-entry question type used in Smart Forms file collection. It helps form creators collect short notes, names, explanations, or other written details together with uploaded files in one workflow.
Core capabilities include:
- Open the Fill in the Blank Question entry and enter the editing area.
- Set up the question content and save it.
- Preview the form and check the result.
This feature is useful for homework submission, material collection, registration forms, and internal information intake where both files and short written details are needed.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Windows PC that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | The latest version of WPS Office is recommended |
| Network | An internet connection is recommended when opening online forms, saving settings, or previewing changes |
| Other | Signing in to a WPS account is recommended for Smart Forms features |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Office, enter the Smart Forms editor, and confirm that the File Collection and Fill in the Blank Question entries are available |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Provides a Fill in the Blank Question entry inside Smart Forms file collection so text details can be collected together with uploaded files. | Microsoft Forms provides file upload questions with required settings plus file type, count, and size limits. | Google Forms provides short answer, paragraph, and file upload questions so written responses and attachments can be collected in one form. | Notion officially documents file upload through its API for pages, blocks, and databases, but this is a developer workflow rather than a native end-user form question. | Adobe Acrobat Sign supports creating and publishing web forms online, with a focus on form publishing and signing workflows. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS keeps the text-entry setup inside the same file collection workflow, which is convenient for forms that need both files and written explanations. | Compared with WPS: the official page focuses more on upload-question controls and organization-based response limits. | Compared with WPS: text questions and upload questions are configured as separate question types for broader survey use. | Compared with WPS: the official capability is centered on API-based file handling instead of direct form editing for general users. | Compared with WPS: the official workflow is more focused on signable web forms and agreement processes. |
| Official Source | — | Microsoft Forms file upload question | Google Forms question types | Notion file upload API | Adobe Acrobat Sign web forms |
Overall Conclusion: WPS is a practical fit when you want to collect files and short written details in one focused workflow. If you need a broader survey builder or a signing-oriented web form flow, the other products may fit those scenarios better.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main challenge | How this feature helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Homework submission | Teachers and students | File uploads still need names, classes, or short notes | Add a fill-in question to collect text details with the file |
| 2 | Registration material collection | Event organizers | Files alone do not explain all registration details | Use a text field for remarks, contact details, or notes |
| 3 | Internal attachment submission | Team members | Attachments need a purpose statement at the same time | Collect files and written descriptions in one form |
| 4 | Client information intake | Business teams | Supporting files and explanations are scattered | Use one text question to gather extra details consistently |
| 5 | Creative work collection | Operations teams | Uploaded work still needs a title or author note | Ask for the work name or description in the same form |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Writer, Spreadsheet, and Presentation basics | ✅ | ✅ |
| Basic PDF features and PDF reading | ✅ | ✅ with broader related tools |
| Advanced PDF, more templates, and extended tools | Limited | ✅ |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB or more depending on plan |
| AI-related tools | Limited access | ✅ with more usage depending on plan |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday form use and basic editing | Free | Suitable for common office work and basic form tasks |
| Frequent PDF work, more templates, or more storage | WPS Premium | Better for users who handle documents, attachments, and extended office tasks regularly |
| Team sharing and multi-user use | Shared paid plan | Helps multiple users work with separate accounts and storage |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe to WPS Premium
Source: WPS Office pricing page