WPS Single Selection on macOS helps you configure a single-choice poll in Smart Forms; 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 |
About This Feature
Overview
Single Selection is a configuration feature in the Smart Forms polling workflow of WPS Office for Mac. It is used to create and manage a poll question where respondents can choose only one option.
Core tasks include:
- Open the Single Selection entry in the poll editor.
- Configure the Single Selection settings.
- Preview the result and confirm the setup.
Typical use cases include event sign-ups, team voting, and preference collection. It helps reduce ambiguity caused by multiple selections and makes results easier to review.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Mac device that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office for Mac |
| Network | An internet connection is recommended when opening online forms, previewing, or sharing |
| Other | Signing in to a WPS account is recommended for form editing and saving |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Office → enter the Smart Forms editor → confirm that poll-related entries are available |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | In the Smart Forms poll workflow, WPS provides a Single Selection entry for configuring a one-choice poll, adjusting settings, previewing, and confirming the result. | Microsoft Forms provides a Choice question type and lets creators decide whether to allow multiple answers. | Google Forms provides Multiple choice and Dropdown question types, both of which support one-answer responses. | Notion Forms supports Multiple choice questions and can display options as a list or dropdown while syncing responses with database properties. | Adobe Acrobat forms support radio buttons for mutually exclusive choices, mainly in PDF form design workflows. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: The single-selection setup is placed directly in the Smart Forms poll workflow, so opening, configuring, previewing, and confirming happen in one focused path. | Compared with WPS: single-choice behavior is handled through a general-purpose Choice question type. | Compared with WPS: one-choice questions are clear, but the workflow is centered on general online forms. | Compared with WPS: database-connected forms are flexible, but creation and customization are mainly handled on desktop and web. | Compared with WPS: radio buttons support one-choice input, but the workflow is oriented toward PDF form authoring rather than lightweight polling. |
| Official Source | — | Create a quiz with Microsoft Forms | Choose a type of question for your form | Forms | Using JavaScript in Forms |
Overall Conclusion: If you want a focused path for setting up a single-choice poll inside Smart Forms, WPS keeps the workflow concentrated in one place. Other products also support one-choice collection, but they are generally positioned as broader form builders or PDF form tools.
Source: Microsoft Create a quiz with Microsoft Forms; Google Choose a type of question for your form; Notion Forms; Adobe Using JavaScript in Forms
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main pain point | How Single Selection helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Event option confirmation | Event organizers | Participants should choose only one time or plan | Use Single Selection to limit responses to one option |
| 2 | Internal team voting | Team members | Multiple answers can blur the result | Collect one clear choice from each respondent |
| 3 | Course feedback collection | Teachers and trainers | A quick one-choice preference summary is needed | Add a single-choice poll question before publishing |
| 4 | Product preference survey | Operations and marketing teams | Several candidate options need a clear winner | Use Single Selection to gather one final preference |
| 5 | Registration intent check | Community managers | Repeated or multiple choices should be avoided | Standardize responses with a one-choice poll |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Writer, Spreadsheet, and Presentation core apps | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic PDF features | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Advanced PDF editing and conversion | Depends on the feature | ✅ More advanced capabilities available |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | Higher-capacity plans available |
| AI and some advanced tools | Limited access for some features | More access or broader feature availability |
Source: WPS Office pricing page; Why do I need to pay for WPS Office?
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday Single Selection setup and use | Free | The feature description here does not show a membership requirement |
| Users who also need more PDF, cloud storage, or AI capabilities | WPS Premium | A better fit for broader advanced needs across WPS components |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page