WPS Gantt View is a timeline-based project scheduling view in DBSheet on iOS; it includes 3 core tasks, with 3 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 3 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 3 | Matches the number of Free rows in the index |
| Membership-related items | 0 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
| Membership limit | None | Gantt View entry and setup are available directly |
| Version limit | None | Using the latest WPS Office version is recommended for a more stable experience |
About This Feature
Overview
WPS Gantt View on iOS is a DBSheet scheduling view for showing task start dates, end dates, and duration spans on a timeline. After you open a Gantt view, records are displayed as timeline bars, which helps with project scheduling, task planning, and timeline review on mobile.
Core tasks include:
- Create a Gantt view to switch a table into a timeline-based layout.
- Set date fields to define the start date field and end date field.
- Review task spans through timeline bars.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | iPhone or iPad with a currently supported iOS or iPadOS version |
| App version | The latest WPS Office version is recommended |
| Network | A working network connection is recommended for first-time download, sign-in, and DBSheet sync |
| Other | You need access to a DBSheet table, and the table should contain date fields |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Installation method | Open the official download page and choose the iPhone or iPad version |
| Post-install check | Open WPS Office, enter a DBSheet table, and confirm that the View List entry is available in the lower-left area |
Source: WPS download center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | In DBSheet on iOS, you can create a Gantt View and use start date and end date fields to display task spans on a timeline. | Microsoft Project Gantt Chart view shows task lists, dependencies, and Gantt bars on a timeline, with documentation focused on desktop Project. | Google Sheets timeline view requires at least one date column, and a fuller timeline commonly uses separate start date and end date columns; the timeline can be viewed on iOS and Android. | Notion Timeline view displays project progress from database date properties and supports timeframe adjustments and property visibility changes. | Adobe Acrobat official documentation focuses on PDF creation, editing, review, and export, and does not describe a native Gantt-style project scheduling view. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: You can create and configure a Gantt view directly inside DBSheet on iOS for mobile schedule review. | Compared with WPS: official guidance is centered on desktop Project, so the comparable mobile workflow is less direct in the cited documentation. | Compared with WPS: Google emphasizes creating a timeline view in Sheets, while mobile documentation highlights viewing support. | Compared with WPS: Notion timeline setup depends on database structure and date properties, which fits broader workspace planning. | Compared with WPS: Acrobat does not provide a native Gantt planning view and is primarily oriented to PDF workflows. |
| Official Source | — | Work with the Gantt Chart view | Create & edit a timeline view | Timeline view | Acrobat on the web overview |
Overall Conclusion
If you want to review task spans directly from a DBSheet table on iOS, WPS Gantt View fits a mobile scheduling workflow well. Other products also offer timeline-style views, but their product focus, setup model, and platform emphasis differ.
Use Cases
| # | Scenario | Target Users | Core Pain Point | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project schedule review | Project managers, team leads | Start and end dates are scattered across records | Use Gantt View to display task spans on a timeline |
| 2 | Timeline planning | Operations and execution teams | It is hard to judge task duration quickly | Set the start date field and end date field in Gantt settings |
| 3 | Multi-task tracking | Team members | They need a quick mobile view of task order and overlap | Switch to Gantt View from the View List |
| 4 | Date-range checking | Individual planners | They need to confirm the date range of a task quickly | Review the task bar on the timeline |
| 5 | Table visualization | DBSheet users | Raw table data is not visual enough | Turn the table into a Gantt View |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature | Free User | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Gantt View usage | Available | Available |
| Basic PDF features | Available | Available |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
| Template resources | Limited downloads | More template benefits |
| AI tools | Limited access for some features | More AI-related benefits |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Use Case | Recommended Plan | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Occasional schedule review and light DBSheet use | Free | Basic Gantt View usage is enough for common mobile review needs |
| More cloud storage, templates, or broader office features | WPS Premium | Better suited for users who also need expanded document, PDF, template, and related benefits |
How to Subscribe
- Membership page: Subscribe to WPS Premium
- On the purchase page, you can compare free and paid plans before subscribing.
Source: WPS Office pricing page