WPS Field Management on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 21, 2026

Common questions about Field Management usually involve editing field settings, changing field order, and restoring hidden fields; this FAQ includes 3 frequent questions and a glossary.

FAQ

How do I change the type of an existing field?

  1. Open the data table and click Field Management.
  2. Find the target field and open its edit entry.
  3. Adjust the available field settings shown in the current interface, then confirm the change.
  4. Before saving, check whether the existing data still fits the updated field settings.

How do I reorder fields in WPS on macOS?

  1. Open the Field Management panel.
  2. Press and hold the “⠿” handle in front of the field.
  3. Drag the field to the target position and release it.
  4. Return to the data table and confirm that the display order is correct.

How do I show a field again after hiding it?

  1. Open the Field Management panel.
  2. Find the hidden field.
  3. Click the eye icon next to that field.
  4. Return to the data table and confirm that the field is visible again.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Field ManagementThe entry used to maintain the structure of fields in a data table.
FieldA data column in the table that stores one type of information.
Field TypeThe data format or input style assigned to a field.
Hidden FieldA field that is temporarily removed from the current table view without being deleted.
Drag ReorderingA way to change field order by dragging a field to a new position.