WPS Auto Numbering on macOS FAQ

These FAQs cover 3 common issue types for WPS Auto Numbering on macOS: finding the entry, making changes take effect, and understanding what later edits affect.

FAQ

Why can’t I find the Auto Numbering entry in my form?

1. Make sure you are already in the Smart Form editing view.
2. Check the left navigation pane for the Form module instead of other settings areas.
3. Open the Form module and look for Auto Numbering.
4. If the entry is still missing, confirm that your account has permission to edit the form and update WPS Office for Mac if needed.

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

1. Open the Auto Numbering settings again and confirm that your changes were saved.
2. Use preview to check whether the current display has been updated.
3. If the form needs to be published before respondents can see the change, publish it and test again.
4. Verify the result with a new record, because existing records usually do not backfill automatically under a new rule.

Can I change Auto Numbering after the form has already been created?

1. Open the Smart Form in editing mode again.
2. Go to Form → Auto Numbering.
3. Adjust the settings you need and save them.
4. After the change, focus on the numbering result for new records instead of expecting older records to change automatically.

Does Auto Numbering affect records that were already submitted?

1. Review the existing records in the form first.
2. After changing Auto Numbering, test with preview or a new submission.
3. If older record numbers do not change, that is a common result because Auto Numbering usually affects later new records.
4. If you need to manage historical numbering separately, record the current numbering status before making broader changes.

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