WPS Column Chart on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 22, 2026

WPS Column Chart on macOS FAQ covers 3 common questions about chart type differences, value display, and data source switching.

FAQ

What is the difference between a column chart and a bar chart?

  1. A column chart uses vertical bars and is suitable for comparing values across categories.
  2. A bar chart uses horizontal bars and is useful when category names are longer or horizontal reading is easier.
  3. If you want a stronger vertical comparison view, choose a column chart.

How do I show exact values on a column chart?

  1. Open the column chart edit panel.
  2. Switch to "Chart Style".
  3. Turn on data labels under "Chart Elements".
  4. Return to the preview area and confirm that values appear above the bars.

Can I switch the data source?

  1. Open the column chart edit panel.
  2. Go to the "Type and Data" tab.
  3. Open the "Data Source" drop-down list.
  4. Select another data table and confirm the related field mapping again.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Data SourceThe original table or dataset that the chart reads from.
Dimension (Horizontal Axis)The field used to define category labels, usually shown on the horizontal axis.
Statistic Value (Vertical Axis)The field or summary method used to calculate and display numeric results.
Group (Legend)The setting that splits chart data into multiple series and shows them with different colors.