WPS Line Chart on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 20, 2026

When using WPS Line Chart, the most common questions are about suitable data, style changes, and update behavior; this section answers 3 frequent questions.

FAQ

What types of data are suitable for a line chart?

  1. Use data that changes continuously over time or in sequence.
  2. Set a date, number, or another ordered field as the X-axis.
  3. If your data is mainly unordered categories, consider using a chart type that is better for category comparison.

Can I make the line chart look smoother?

  1. Select the line chart and open the editing panel.
  2. Open the Chart Style tab.
  3. Change the line effect in the style settings to use a smoother visual presentation.

Why did my chart not update after I changed the settings?

  1. Check whether you finished the data source, dimension, or style settings.
  2. Confirm that the preview area already shows the expected result.
  3. Click OK to apply the settings, then return to the dashboard to review the final chart.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Data sourceThe original table or dataset used by the line chart.
Dimension (X-axis)The field that represents time, sequence, or category position on the horizontal axis.
Value (Y-axis)The metric used to calculate and display numeric results, such as record count or a selected field value.
GroupingA setting that splits data into multiple lines so you can compare different series.
Chart elementsVisual parts of the chart, such as the title, legend, and data labels.