WPS Find Reference Field on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 21, 2026

Common questions about WPS Find Reference Field on macOS usually involve field creation, field setup, and displayed values; this FAQ covers 3 common questions and a glossary.

FAQ

Does Find Reference Field update data automatically?

  1. Find Reference Field displays matching values from a related data table through the related field.
  2. If you need to adjust the displayed result, right-click the field title and open Field Settings.
  3. Check whether the related field, target field, and lookup conditions match the current data structure.

Why does my field show no referenced content after I create it?

  1. Confirm that the field was created as a Find Reference Field.
  2. Open Field Settings and check whether the related field and target field have been selected.
  3. Confirm that the current record has matching related data. If no related match exists, the field may not show a value yet.

Can I change the configuration after the field is created?

  1. Right-click the field title.
  2. Select Field Settings.
  3. Adjust the reference field, lookup conditions, or related options in the settings panel, then save the changes.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Find Reference FieldA field type that displays target field values from another data table through a related field.
Related fieldA field used to connect the current data table with another data table.
Target fieldThe specific field in the related data table that is displayed in the current field.
Field SettingsThe settings panel used to configure field properties, relationships, and display rules.