How to Use WPS Data Dashboard on macOS

Last updated:July 21, 2026

Use WPS Data Dashboard with 3 how-to topics, all available without membership; choose a task from the index and follow the steps to configure, preview, and save your setup.

How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Open Data Dashboard

Entry: Form editor → Form → Data Dashboard

  1. Open the Smart Form that you want to edit.
  2. In the left navigation pane, select Form.
  3. Find Data Dashboard and open it.
  4. Wait for the side panel or pop-up panel to finish loading.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: the Data Dashboard settings interface is open.
  • Next action available: you can continue adjusting settings or previewing the result.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: if you are not in the form editing interface first, the entry may not appear in the left pane.
  • Environment note: if the form has not finished loading, the dashboard panel may not appear immediately.

2. Configure and Preview Data Dashboard

Entry: Data Dashboard settings panel

  1. In the Data Dashboard panel, configure the relevant settings shown in the interface.
  2. Adjust display content or layout options as needed.
  3. Use Preview to check the current effect.
  4. Confirm that the display matches your expectation.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: the preview area or preview result shows the current dashboard effect.
  • Next action available: you can continue editing settings or move to the save step.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: skipping preview after changing settings can make it harder to catch display issues before saving.
  • Environment note: for online form configuration, a stable internet connection is recommended.

3. Save Data Dashboard Settings

Entry: Data Dashboard settings panel → OK / Save

  1. Finish the settings and confirm the preview is correct.
  2. Click OK to complete the current action.
  3. If the interface also provides a Save button, save once more.
  4. Return to the editing interface and continue with publishing or other settings.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: the settings panel closes or shows a saved status.
  • Next action available: you can continue editing the form, publish it, or reopen Data Dashboard to revise the setup.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: changing settings without clicking OK or Save will not keep the configuration.
  • Environment note: some settings may take effect on the response side only after the form is published.