WPS Business Field Type on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 22, 2026

When using WPS Business Field Type, common questions usually focus on where to find the entry, how to choose a field, and what happens after a field type change; this FAQ includes 4 common questions and 4 glossary terms.

FAQ

Can I use Business Field Type for free?

  1. Yes.
  2. This feature is currently available to all users without a membership requirement.
  3. If you also need more advanced office features, you can choose a membership plan separately.

Where can I find the business field area?

  1. Open a multidimensional table.
  2. Click the Add Field button.
  3. Open the Field Type dropdown menu.
  4. Find the Business Field area in the list.

How do I choose the right business field type?

  1. Start with the data purpose, such as amount, progress, contact details, or links.
  2. Then choose the matching field type, such as Currency, Progress, Phone, Email, or Hyperlink.
  3. If the data has a hierarchy, use cascading options first.

Why can data change after I switch the field type?

  1. Different field types use different data structures.
  2. When one field type is changed to another, some original content may not be preserved completely.
  3. Before making the change, review the existing data in that column and back it up if needed.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Business FieldA group of field types designed for specific business scenarios so you can build standardized data columns more quickly.
Cascading OptionsA field type that supports linked multi-level selection, often used for hierarchical data such as region or category structures.
CheckboxA field type used for true-or-false style states such as done or not done.
Barcode FieldA field type that can turn entered text or numbers into a scannable barcode or QR-style code for identification scenarios.