Use WPS Statistics Fields with 2 how-to topics, both available without membership; start from the How-to Index and follow each entry path and step list to complete the setup.
How-to Index
| No. | Topic | Membership Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Create a statistics field | Free |
| 2 | 2. Configure statistics field settings | Free |
How-to Guide
1. Create a statistics field
Entry path: Click the + button on the right side of the header row → Statistics
- Click the + button on the right side of the header row.
- Select Statistics in the field type list.
- Enter a field name.
- Click OK to create the field.
Success Criteria
- Interface result: A new statistics field column appears in the data table.
- Next action available: You can continue to open field settings and configure aggregation options.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: If you choose another field type by mistake, create the field again with the Statistics type.
- Environment note: It is easier to configure related aggregation after the table structure is already in place.
2. Configure statistics field settings
Entry path: Right-click the field title → Field Settings
- Right-click the title of the statistics field.
- Select Field Settings.
- In the settings panel, choose the data table and the field that you want to summarize.
- Under Calculation Method, choose Sum, Count, Average, Maximum, Minimum, Distinct Values, Distinct Count, or String Concatenation.
- Add conditions when needed. Click + Add Condition to add another condition.
- Close the settings panel and review the result in the field.
Success Criteria
- Interface result: The statistics field shows the expected summary result.
- Next action available: You can continue to adjust the calculation method or conditions.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: If the source field is not selected correctly, the result may be empty or different from what you expect.
- Environment note: Statistics Fields depend on linked data and field configuration, so confirm that the relation is complete first.