WPS Sort on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 20, 2026

Common questions about WPS Sort on macOS focus on row alignment, collaboration impact, and restoring the previous order; this FAQ includes 3 practical answers and a glossary.

FAQ

How do I fix row alignment issues after sorting in WPS on macOS?

  1. Make sure you selected the full data range instead of only part of one column.
  2. Check whether the header row was identified correctly in Custom Sort.
  3. If the range contains merged cells, unmerge them and sort again.

Will sorting in a collaborative sheet affect other collaborators?

  1. Yes. Sorting changes the visible order of the data and may sync to collaborators.
  2. Confirm the action with your team before sorting shared content.
  3. If needed, use Undo or version history to restore an earlier state.

How can I restore the original order after sorting?

  1. Use Undo immediately if the sort was the most recent action.
  2. If more edits were made afterward, open collaboration records or version history.
  3. Restore the version that was saved before the sort.

Glossary

TermDefinition
AscendingA sort order that arranges data from small to large, early to late, or A to Z.
DescendingA sort order that arranges data from large to small, late to early, or Z to A.
Custom SortA sorting method that combines multiple keys, sort bases, or extra rules.
Header RowThe top row that labels fields in a table and usually should not be sorted as data.