WPS Multiple Selections is a segmented setup feature 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 |
| Version limit | None specified | No specific version gate is listed for this feature |
About This Feature
Overview
Multiple Selections is a configuration feature in the File Collection module of WPS Smart Forms on Windows. It is used to set up and manage segmented selection content during form editing. This helps form creators organize longer file collection flows into clearer sections.
Core capabilities include:
- Open the Multiple Selections entry from the form editor.
- Adjust related settings in the setup panel.
- Preview the result and confirm the configuration.
This feature is useful for file collection forms, staged document submission, and workflows that need a review step before final confirmation.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Windows device that can run WPS Office |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | A stable internet connection is recommended when editing and saving online forms |
| Other | Access to the Smart Forms editor and permission to edit the target form |
Source: WPS Office system requirements
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 Multiple Selections entries are available |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Provides a Multiple Selections entry in the Smart Forms file collection workflow, where you can open the editor, adjust settings, preview the result, and confirm the setup. | Microsoft Forms supports sections for long forms, and sections can be moved, duplicated, removed, and used with branching. | Google Forms supports sections and lets you send respondents to specific sections based on answers. | Notion Forms are database-backed and support multiple question types; conditional logic is available on Business and Enterprise plans. | Adobe Acrobat web forms focus on publishing document-based web forms for filling and signing, with sharing and signer-role setup. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: Includes a direct segmented setup entry inside the file collection editing flow. Distinct: Fits scenarios where setup, preview, and confirmation happen in one editing process. | Compared with WPS: focuses more on section organization and branching for surveys; the public documentation does not emphasize a file collection segmentation workflow. | Compared with WPS: section logic is mainly answer-based routing for survey paths. | Compared with WPS: stronger database linkage, but conditional logic depends on plan level. | Compared with WPS: focuses more on signable web form publishing than segmented selection setup inside a form editor. |
| Official Source | — | Add sections in Microsoft Forms | Show questions based on answers in Google Forms | Forms in Notion | Create web forms in Acrobat |
Overall Conclusion
WPS Multiple Selections is more closely aligned with file collection form setup inside the editing workflow. Other products also support sections or conditional logic, but their focus is more on survey routing, database-backed forms, or signable web forms.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable For | Main Challenge | How Multiple Selections Helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Collecting registration materials in stages | Event organizers | Showing all upload requirements at once can be hard to follow | Organize file collection content into clearer segments |
| 2 | Internal approval document submission | Operations and admin teams | Different stages need different upload instructions | Configure segmented settings in the File Collection module and preview the result |
| 3 | Project material follow-up | Project collaborators | Submission order can become unclear across several items | Arrange the submission flow with Multiple Selections before saving |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Writer, Spreadsheet, and Presentation core apps | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic PDF features and PDF reading | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Advanced PDF tools and more advanced capabilities | Limited | ✅ Available |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB, with some plans offering storage per member |
| AI tools | Limited access to some features | More usage and broader advanced capabilities |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Occasional file collection form setup or adjustment | Free | The feature information does not list a membership requirement for Multiple Selections |
| Need more PDF tools, cloud storage, or AI features alongside forms | WPS Premium | Better fit for users who need broader advanced office features |
| Team subscription sharing with separate storage | Sharing Plan | Useful for multi-user collaboration and centralized subscription management |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe to WPS Premium
Source: WPS Office pricing page