Use WPS Number with 4 how-to topics, including creating fields, entering values, using formulas, and choosing the right field type; 4 items are available without membership and 0 are membership-related.
How-to Index
| No. | Topic | Membership Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Create a number field | Free |
| 2 | 2. Enter numeric values | Free |
| 3 | 3. Use a number field in formulas | Free |
| 4 | 4. Choose between number and currency fields | Free |
How-to Guide
1. Create a number field
Entry point: Tap the header → Edit → Field Type → Number
- Tap the header that you want to configure.
- In the floating toolbar, tap Edit.
- In the field editing window, tap Field Type.
- Select Number.
- Set the field name, then confirm to finish creation.
Success Criteria
- On-screen result: A new number field column appears in the table.
- What you can do next: You can enter numeric values in records under this field.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: If you do not enter header editing first, you cannot change the field type.
- Environment note: You need edit permission for the current smart table.
2. Enter numeric values
Entry point: Tap the target cell → Record Details → Number field
- Tap the target cell to open record details.
- In record details, tap the related number field.
- Enter the numeric value that you want to save.
- Return to the record details page and confirm that the value has been saved.
Success Criteria
- On-screen result: The number field shows the value that you entered.
- What you can do next: You can continue editing other fields or return to the table.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: Enter numeric content only and avoid unrelated characters.
3. Use a number field in formulas
Entry point: In a formula-related field setting, choose the number field as a reference
- Confirm that the smart table already contains a usable number field.
- Open the place where you set up the formula.
- Select the number field as a reference in the formula.
- Save the formula and check whether the result is displayed correctly.
Success Criteria
- On-screen result: The formula result updates when the number field changes.
- What you can do next: You can continue adjusting the formula or editing the original value.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: If a non-numeric field is referenced, the calculation may not return the expected result.
4. Choose between number and currency fields
Entry point: Open the field type list when creating a field
- Open the header editing window.
- Enter the Field Type list.
- Review both Number and Currency field types.
- Choose Number for general values and Currency for money-related values.
- Confirm the selection and finish creating the field.
Success Criteria
- On-screen result: The selected field type matches the business scenario.
- What you can do next: You can continue entering values according to the selected field type.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: If you use a number field for money values, a currency symbol is not added automatically.