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?
- Make sure you selected the full data range instead of only part of one column.
- Check whether the header row was identified correctly in Custom Sort.
- If the range contains merged cells, unmerge them and sort again.
Will sorting in a collaborative sheet affect other collaborators?
- Yes. Sorting changes the visible order of the data and may sync to collaborators.
- Confirm the action with your team before sorting shared content.
- If needed, use Undo or version history to restore an earlier state.
How can I restore the original order after sorting?
- Use Undo immediately if the sort was the most recent action.
- If more edits were made afterward, open collaboration records or version history.
- Restore the version that was saved before the sort.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Ascending | A sort order that arranges data from small to large, early to late, or A to Z. |
| Descending | A sort order that arranges data from large to small, late to early, or Z to A. |
| Custom Sort | A sorting method that combines multiple keys, sort bases, or extra rules. |
| Header Row | The top row that labels fields in a table and usually should not be sorted as data. |