WPS Split Columns on Android FAQ

Last updated:July 16, 2026

When using Split Columns, the most common questions involve overwrite behavior, undo recovery, and delimiter selection; this section includes 3 frequent questions and a glossary.

FAQ

Will Split Columns damage my original data?

  1. The split result is written to the columns on the right of the original data area.
  2. Check whether those columns already contain content before you run the command.
  3. For a safer workflow, leave blank columns on the right before splitting.

How do I undo Split Columns?

  1. Tap Undo right after the split is completed.
  2. Confirm that the worksheet returns to the state before the split.
  3. If needed, select the range again and run Split Columns with a different delimiter.

Why does the split result look incorrect?

  1. Check which delimiter is actually used in the original text.
  2. Run Split Columns again and choose a more suitable delimiter.
  3. If the text format is inconsistent, clean the content first and then split it again.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Split ColumnsA feature that splits the text in a selected cell or range into multiple columns based on a delimiter.
DelimiterA character used to identify where the text should be split, such as a comma, space, semicolon, or plus sign.
Target areaThe location where the split result is written, usually in the columns to the right of the original data.