WPS Bar Chart on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 20, 2026

When using WPS Bar Chart, common questions usually focus on chart type selection, sorting, and stacked display; this FAQ includes 3 common questions and a 3-term glossary.

FAQ

What is the difference between a bar chart and a column chart?

  1. A bar chart displays data horizontally and is useful when category names are long.
  2. A column chart displays data vertically and is often more suitable for time-based or sequential comparisons.
  3. If you need clearer labels across many categories, a bar chart is usually the better choice.

How do I sort a bar chart by value?

  1. Open the “Type and Data” section in the Bar Chart edit panel.
  2. Set the sort field to the vertical-axis-based option.
  3. Set the sort order to descending so values are arranged from high to low.

Does Bar Chart support stacked display?

  1. Open the “Type and Data” tab.
  2. Choose the stacked option under chart type.
  3. Then set a grouping field to show multiple series stacked within the same row.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Bar chartA chart type that uses horizontal bars to compare values across categories.
DimensionThe field used to define the category axis, such as department, region, or project status.
MetricThe calculated value shown in the chart, such as record count or a summarized field value.