WPS Data Table Multiple Options on Android FAQ

Last updated:July 24, 2026

Common questions about Data Table Multiple Options usually focus on filtering, adding options while filling records, and the difference from single-select fields; this page includes 3 frequent questions and a short glossary.

FAQ

Can I filter and count records by one selected option?

  1. Yes. You can group or filter records by a multiple options field in Data Table.
  2. Choose one specific option as the filter condition.
  3. View all records that contain that option to organize or count them from that angle.

Can I add a new option while filling a record?

  1. Yes. If the current list does not contain the option you need, you can add one while filling records on Android.
  2. After it is added, the option becomes part of the candidate list for the current multiple options field.
  3. Other records can reuse the same option later.

What is the difference between multiple options and single options?

  1. A multiple options field lets one record select several preset tags at the same time.
  2. A single option field allows only one result at a time.
  3. If one record needs to express several attributes together, a multiple options field is more suitable.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Multiple options fieldA field type that allows one record to contain multiple preset options.
Option color markerA color assigned to an option so tags are easier to distinguish visually.
Header editingThe settings entry opened from a column header, where you can change the field type, name, and option content.