Find answers to 3 common questions about refresh behavior, update timing, and worksheet layout changes when using WPS Data Range Properties on macOS.
FAQ
Why does the data not refresh automatically when I open the file?
- Confirm that the selected area is an imported external linked data range.
- Right-click the range, open Data Range Properties, and check whether Refresh data when opening the file is enabled.
- Make sure your network connection is available and the source location can still be reached.
- Reopen the file and check whether the refresh starts.
Why does scheduled refresh not update the data as expected?
- Check whether Refresh frequency is enabled and whether the minute value is correct.
- Make sure the worksheet remains open while you expect updates to occur.
- Confirm that the external source is reachable and that the source data has changed.
- If needed, run a manual refresh first to confirm the connection is working.
Why does content below the range move after refresh?
- Open Data Range Properties.
- Review the current option for how row changes are handled after refresh.
- If you do not want entire rows to move, switch to the overwrite option when it fits your worksheet.
- Save the setting and refresh again to check the updated layout behavior.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Data Range Properties | A settings panel for controlling refresh behavior and range handling for imported external data in a worksheet. |
| Refresh frequency | A rule that updates external data automatically at a selected interval in minutes. |
| External linked data range | A refreshable worksheet range that contains data imported from an external source. |