When using Create New Pivot Table in WPS on Android, the most common questions focus on data preparation, finding the entry, and understanding the result layout. This FAQ includes 4 common questions.
FAQ
Why can’t I find the create new pivot table entry?
- Confirm that you opened a spreadsheet file instead of a document or presentation file.
- Make sure you are already in the spreadsheet editing view and have selected a cell inside the data area.
- Check the menus related to data analysis or pivot tables again.
What should the source data look like before I create a new pivot table?
- The data range should include clear headers.
- Detailed records should stay as continuous as possible, without many blank rows or columns in the middle.
- Data types in the same column should stay consistent so the summary is easier to build.
Why does the summary result look different from what I expected?
- Check whether part of the source range was left out.
- Check whether each field was placed in the correct Rows, Columns, or Values area.
- If the source data contains text, blanks, or inconsistent formatting, clean the source table first and then review the result again.
Where is the new pivot table saved?
- The pivot table is usually saved in the current spreadsheet file.
- If it is created as a new worksheet, switch worksheets inside the current file to find it.
- After you save the file, the pivot table structure stays with that file.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Pivot table | A spreadsheet tool used to group, summarize, and cross-analyze source data. |
| Data range | The source cell area used to generate the pivot table. |
| Field | A column header in the source table that becomes a category or summary dimension in the pivot table. |
| Values area | The part of a pivot table that shows summarized results such as sums or counts. |