When using WPS Macro Editor, common questions usually involve where to find the entry, how to use the shortcut, how to save macro-enabled files, and what macro type is supported; this section includes 4 common questions and 4 glossary terms.
FAQ
Why does the file format say macros are not supported when I save?
- Check whether the current file format is
.xlsx. - If it is a standard workbook format, choose Save As again.
- Change the file format to
.xlsmand save the file. - Reopen the file and confirm that the macro content is still available.
Does macOS support VBA macros in this editor?
- Before using the macro feature, confirm which macro type you are working with.
- Macro Editor is used for WPS macros in JavaScript format.
- If your script logic is written for VBA, evaluate whether it needs to be rewritten as a WPS macro.
- On this platform, continue with the JavaScript macro workflow.
What should I do if I cannot find the WPS Macro Editor button?
- Confirm that you opened WPS Spreadsheet rather than another WPS app.
- Check whether you are in the spreadsheet editing interface.
- Try pressing
option + Fn + F11to open the editor directly. - If the entry still does not appear, update to a newer version of WPS Office for Mac and check again.
What is the fastest way to open Macro Editor?
- Open the target spreadsheet file.
- Press
option + Fn + F11directly. - If your keyboard settings affect function key input, adjust them and try again.
- You can also keep the Developer tab entry as a backup way to open the editor.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| WPS Macro | An automation script capability in WPS Spreadsheet that is used to perform repeated tasks or custom processing logic. |
| JavaScript macro | A WPS macro code type written or edited in JavaScript format, which is the macro type supported here on macOS. |
| Macro Editor | The editing interface used to view and modify macro source code. |
.xlsm | A macro-enabled workbook format that can keep macro content when the file is saved. |