WPS Spreadsheet Numbering on Android FAQ

Last updated:July 23, 2026

When using spreadsheet numbering on Android, common questions usually focus on format settings, number reuse, and sorting behavior; this FAQ includes 3 common questions and a 3-term glossary.

FAQ

Can I customize the numbering format?

  1. Android currently does not support custom numbering rules or formats for this feature.
  2. After you create a numbering field, the system generates numbers with the default behavior.
  3. If you need a specific format, confirm whether the default numbering method fits your workflow.

Are numbers reused after I delete a record?

  1. No. Deleted record numbers are not reused.
  2. Later records continue with increasing numbers.
  3. This helps keep each record identifier distinct.

Can I reorder the numbering field itself?

  1. The numbering sequence is based on record creation order.
  2. You can sort records by number to view them in order.
  3. However, the numbering values themselves cannot be rearranged or edited manually.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Numbering fieldA field type that automatically generates a number for each record.
Automatic numberingA mechanism that assigns a number when a new record is created, usually in increasing order.
RecordA single data item in a data table. Each new record can receive its own number.