WPS Numbering Fields on macOS FAQ

Common questions about WPS Numbering Fields on macOS usually involve field changes, filtering and grouping, and imported data; this FAQ covers 3 frequent questions and practical steps.

FAQ

Can I change a numbering field to another field type after creating it?

1. Right-click the target numbering field.
2. Open Field Settings or the related field type option.
3. Select the new field type and confirm the change.
4. Before changing the type, check whether the existing data is compatible and back up the field data if needed.

Can I use numbering field data for filtering and grouping?

1. Open the filter or grouping feature in the data table.
2. Select the numbering field from the field list.
3. Set the rule by number range, number value, or grouping logic.
4. Apply the setting and review whether the records are displayed as expected.

After importing from Excel, how can I confirm that the numbering field type is correct?

1. Finish importing the Excel data.
2. Check the detected field type in the imported table.
3. If the field type does not match your expectation, open field settings and adjust it manually.
4. If needed, clean up the original data format in Excel and import it again.

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