WPS Fill in the Blank Question is a question setup feature for Smart Forms voting on macOS; 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 | No membership requirement is shown in the current feature content |
About This Feature
Overview
Fill in the Blank Question is used to collect text answers in Smart Forms voting scenarios. In the form editor, you can open the Voting module, add a fill-in-the-blank question, adjust related settings, preview the result, and then save the change.
Core capabilities include:
- Open the fill-in-the-blank entry point in the form editor.
- Adjust question-related settings for the current voting form.
- Preview and save the result before sharing or publishing the updated form.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A macOS device that can run WPS Office |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest WPS Office for Mac |
| Network | No mandatory requirement for local editing; an internet connection is recommended for sharing, publishing, or syncing |
| Other | An account with permission to edit the Smart Form is recommended |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Launch WPS Office, open the Smart Forms editor, and confirm that the Voting entry is available |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Add a fill-in-the-blank question in Smart Forms voting, adjust settings, preview, and save. | Microsoft Forms supports text questions and documents question and response character limits. | Google Forms supports short-answer questions and response validation for supported text inputs. | Notion Forms supports text questions, long answers, and required-question settings. | Acrobat text fields support multiline input, default values, and character limits in PDF forms. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: The entry point, question setup, and preview confirmation stay in one voting workflow. | Compared with WPS: The official page focuses on limits rather than a voting-specific fill-in-the-blank editing flow. | Compared with WPS: Response validation is available, but the official guidance is centered on general form question setup. | Compared with WPS: Forms are closely tied to databases, and creation and customization are described for desktop and web apps. | Compared with WPS: The official guidance is focused on PDF form field properties instead of voting-question editing. |
| Official Source | — | Microsoft Forms limits | Google Forms question setup | Notion Forms | Acrobat field properties |
Overall Conclusion: WPS is well suited to users who want to add and adjust a fill-in-the-blank question inside an existing Smart Forms voting workflow. If your priority is database-connected forms, broader validation rules, or PDF field properties, the other products emphasize different areas.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main need | How this feature helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Event registration notes | Organizers | Collect short custom details from participants | Add a text-answer question to the form |
| 2 | Internal feedback collection | Team managers | Gather open-ended comments beyond fixed choices | Use a fill-in-the-blank question for extra input |
| 3 | Quick survey follow-up | Teachers and trainers | Capture short written responses in a voting flow | Configure, preview, and save the question in one editor flow |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Fill in the Blank Question in Smart Forms | Available in the current feature content, with no membership prompt shown | Can be used together with other membership features in eligible plans |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB cloud space | Higher cloud storage options are listed on the pricing page |
| Templates and advanced features | Some capabilities are limited | More plan details are available on the pricing page |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Basic voting forms and everyday editing | Free | The current feature content does not show a membership gate for this question type |
| More cloud storage or broader plan benefits | WPS Premium | Suitable if you also need storage and other expanded benefits |
How to Subscribe
- Open the WPS pricing page to review available plans: WPS Office pricing page
Source: WPS Office pricing page