WPS Numbering Fields on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 23, 2026

Common questions about Numbering Fields usually focus on field changes, filtering and grouping, and type checks after import. This FAQ covers 3 frequent questions.

FAQ

Can I change a numbering field to another field type after creating it?

  1. Right-click the target field.
  2. Open Field Settings and go to the field-type related option.
  3. Select the new field type and confirm the change.
  4. Before changing it, check whether the existing data is compatible with the new type.

Can a numbering field be used for filtering and grouping?

  1. Open the filter or grouping feature in the multi-dimensional table.
  2. Select the numbering field as the filter condition or grouping basis.
  3. Apply the rule you need.
  4. Check whether records are now located or categorized by numbering results.

How do I check whether the numbering field type is correct after importing from Excel?

  1. Finish importing the Excel data.
  2. Review the detected field types after import.
  3. If the numbering field is not identified correctly, open field settings and adjust the type manually.
  4. If needed, adjust the original data format first and import again.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Numbering fieldA field type that can generate a number for each record.
Incremental NumbersA numbering method that generates numbers in ascending order automatically.
Custom ConcatenationA numbering method that combines numbers with characters, dates, or other content.