WPS Checkbox on Android FAQ

Last updated:July 21, 2026

This FAQ covers 4 common questions about checkbox use on Android, including batch updates, filtering, field differences, and formula values.

FAQ

Can I check multiple records in a batch?

  1. Batch checking is not currently supported on Android.
  2. If you need to update multiple records, tap each checkbox one by one.
  3. After editing, use filters to review the result more quickly.

Can a checkbox field be used for filtering?

  1. Open the data table and go to the filter settings.
  2. Select the checkbox field as the filter condition.
  3. Filter by Checked or Unchecked records.

What is the difference between a checkbox and a single-choice field?

  1. A checkbox has only two states: checked and unchecked.
  2. A single-choice field is used when one result must be selected from multiple preset options.
  3. For done or not-done style tracking, a checkbox is usually the better fit.

Why does a checkbox return 1 or 0 in formulas?

  1. Checkbox fields can participate in formulas as numeric values.
  2. A checked state maps to 1, and an unchecked state maps to 0.
  3. You can use this behavior for counting, totals, or conditional logic.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Checkbox fieldA field type in a data table that represents checked and unchecked states.
Field typeThe setting that determines how a column stores, displays, and uses data.
Filter conditionA rule that limits which records are shown, such as checked or unchecked only.
Formula referenceA way to use the value of a field inside a formula for calculation or logic.