WPS Related Data is a setup feature in Smart Forms voting on macOS; it includes 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 version threshold is described in the current materials |
About This Feature
Overview
Related Data is a configuration feature used in the voting module of Smart Forms. It is part of the voting creation flow and helps you manage related settings before final confirmation.
Core tasks include:
- Open the Related Data entry: enter the voting module in the form editor and open Related Data.
- Configure Related Data settings: complete the available settings in the pop-up panel.
- Preview and confirm the result: check the effect and confirm the setup.
This feature is useful for survey voting setup, event voting forms, and form workflows that need a consistent way to organize voting-related information.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Mac device that can run WPS Office and access Smart Forms features |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office for Mac |
| Network | A stable internet connection is recommended when opening or editing online forms |
| Other | Sign in with an available account and make sure you have edit permission for the target form |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Post-install check | Launch WPS Office for Mac, open the Smart Forms editor, and confirm that the Voting and Related Data entries are visible |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Provides a Related Data entry inside the Smart Forms voting workflow, where you can open the voting module, configure settings, preview, and confirm. | Microsoft Forms supports branching logic for questions or sections so respondents can move to later questions or the end of the form based on answers. | Google Forms supports sending respondents to different sections based on answers, or ending the form directly. | Notion Forms connects each question to a database property, and conditional logic is available on Business and Enterprise plans. | Adobe Acrobat web forms focus on creating, publishing, and tracking online forms for data collection and signing workflows. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: the Related Data entry is part of the voting setup flow, so setup, preview, and confirmation can be completed in one editing path. | Compared with WPS: the official page focuses on branching logic and navigation, not a voting-specific related-data setup flow. | Compared with WPS: the official page focuses on section routing, with logic tied to section structure. | Compared with WPS: database-connected forms are clearly supported, but conditional logic depends on higher-tier plans. | Compared with WPS: the official page emphasizes publishing and tracking online forms rather than voting-module related-data setup. |
| Official Source | — | Use branching logic in Microsoft Forms | Show questions based on answers | Forms | Adobe web forms |
Overall Conclusion
WPS Related Data is more closely aligned with the Smart Forms voting setup flow on macOS, especially when you want to configure and confirm settings in one editing interface. The other products highlighted here focus more on branching, database-connected forms, or online publishing and tracking.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main challenge | How this feature helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Event voting setup | Event organizers | Need to add related settings while building a vote | Open Related Data from the voting module and complete the setup |
| 2 | Survey flow organization | Form editors | Multiple voting settings can be easy to miss | Configure settings in the panel, then preview before confirming |
| 3 | Multi-round review | Operations and project teams | Unsure whether the latest setup looks correct | Use preview before final confirmation |
| 4 | Reusable templates | Team admins | Repeated voting forms need a consistent setup path | Reuse the same Related Data entry and setup flow |
| 5 | Pre-publish checks | Form owners | Need to confirm the setup has been applied | Preview and confirm after editing the parameters |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Writer, Spreadsheet, and Presentation basics | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic PDF features and PDF reading | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Advanced PDF editing, more conversion tools, and expanded capabilities | Partially limited | ✅ More features available |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB or more depending on plan |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Use case | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday form editing and basic document work | Free | Core office components are already available for light use |
| Frequent PDF work, conversions, or more cloud storage | WPS Premium | Better suited for users who need more advanced document tools |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page