How to Create and Delete Data Tables in WPS on iOS

Use Create and Delete Data Tables with 2 how-to topics, including creating a data table and deleting a data table; use the index below to jump to the steps you need.

How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Create a Data Table

Entry: Top data table tab bar → “+” (Add)

1. Open the smart spreadsheet that you want to edit.
2. Tap the “+” button on the right side of the data table tab bar at the top of the screen.
3. In the pop-up menu, select “Data Table.”
4. A new data table is added to the current smart spreadsheet.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: a new data table tab appears in the top tab bar.
• What you can do next: you can continue entering fields and records in the new table.

Tips While Using

• Make sure the current file is editable.
• In a collaborative file, it helps to confirm the table name and purpose before adding it.

2. Delete a Data Table

Entry: Tap a data table tab → “Delete”

1. Open the smart spreadsheet that you want to edit.
2. Tap the data table tab that you want to remove to open the floating menu bar.
3. Select “Delete” in the floating menu bar.
4. Confirm the deletion when prompted. The data table is then removed.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: the deleted data table tab no longer appears.
• What you can do next: you can switch to another data table and continue editing.

Tips While Using

• Deleting a data table also removes its field settings and data records.
• This action cannot be undone directly, so confirm before deleting.
• Only users with editing permission can delete a data table.