WPS Column Chart on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 20, 2026

When using WPS Column Chart, common questions usually focus on chart type differences, value display, and data source switching; this FAQ covers 3 frequent questions.

FAQ

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

  1. A column chart uses vertical bars and is suitable for comparing values across categories.
  2. A bar chart uses horizontal bars and is more suitable when category names are long.
  3. If you want to emphasize vertical value changes, a column chart is usually the more direct choice.

How do I show exact values on a column chart?

  1. Open the edit panel for the column chart.
  2. Go to Chart Style → Chart Elements.
  3. Turn on data labels so the chart can display exact values above the bars.

Can I switch the data source for a column chart?

  1. Open the column chart edit panel.
  2. Go to the Type and Data tab.
  3. In the Data Source drop-down list, choose another table to switch the chart source.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Column chartA chart type that uses vertical bars to display category-based data and compare differences across categories.
Dimension (X-axis)The field used to define categories on the horizontal axis, such as date, region, or product type.
Metric (Y-axis)The summarized value shown on the vertical axis, such as record count or a selected field calculation.
Grouping (Legend)A setting that splits chart data into multiple series by field and distinguishes them with colors.
Data labelsValues or text shown near chart elements so results can be read directly.