How can we use the data validation feature

We can greatly improve the accuracy of data entry in our work if we use the data validation feature of WPS Spreadsheet. Take this table as an example. This is the information collection form for US citizens joining tour groups for international travel. We need to fill in the information of all the participants. How can we ensure that the passport numbers and phone numbers we entered will not be wrong? 1. First, select the cell area where data needs to be filled.2. Click the Data tab.3.....

Set input conditions and drop-down menus

The Data Validation feature of the WPS Spreadsheet can help us quickly complete the setting of input conditions and drop-down menus, thereby improving the accuracy of our input data.Take this form as an example. Now we need to enter a 9-digit US passport number in column C. We can use Data Validation to improve the accuracy of our input data.1. Select the cell range, then click the Data tab. 2. Click the Validation drop-down button.3. Now select the Validation option in the drop-down m....

How to consolidate data in WPS Spreadsheet

In daily work, we often need to summarize and calculate some related data. By using the Consolidate feature, we can quickly calculate the data in multiple worksheets. This feature can be also used in Microsoft Office Excel and Openoffice. Now let's learn it together! Take the following table as an example. You can see that there are sales data from different staff. Now we want to count the total sales volume of all employees. 1. Create a summary sheet in Spreadsheet.2. Select cell....

Change horizontal data to vertical and make data clearer

In our daily work, we may encounter some table data with a vertical layout. Using the proper layout style for different tables will make it more convenient for us to check data. So how can we change horizontal data to vertical?1. First, we use the shortcut key Ctrl+A to select all the contents in the table.2. Then use Ctrl+C to copy the selected cell range. 3. Right-click and select the Paste Special option.4. Select Transpose in the popup menu. Then the horizontal data will immediatel....

How to use the Excel MID function

When using WPS Spreadsheets to process data, sometimes we need to catch part of the data from a series of numbers. We can use the MID formula to realize it, to catch up a certain length of characters from a series of numbers. In this example, there is a list of phone numbers. The MID function can extract the long series of numbers, keeping the last seven numbers when removing the first three characters. Select cell D2 and click the Insert Function to pop up the Search for a function d....

How to group data in a spreadsheet

When using WPS Spreadsheets to process data reports, grouping data in proper ways can present data more clearly and boost our productivity. The spreadsheet in this example presents a company's sales performance during the first half of a year. To make it more convenient for data viewing, we can group the data belonging to the same category. 1. Select cells of Column B and Column K. 2. Get into the Data tab, and click the Group button. (Tips: You can also press the shortcut keys Shi....

Split the screen for data comparison

WPS Spreadsheet could be an alternative to Microsoft Office Excel. It includes 100's of built-in formulas, pivot tables, and more. When we meet a situation where a large amount of data in the table can not be completely displayed in the window, we still want to see the contents from different positions at the same time. To solve this, using the Split window is probably the best idea. If you want to connect the total sales with Branch in a spreadsheet with massive data, dragging the....

Clear and avoid duplicates entries in WPS Spreadsheet

When using WPS Spreadsheet to process a large number of data, it would be troublesome to find duplicated items manually. Here are some tips to delete duplicates. · Option OneSelect a range of cells. Get into the Data tab, and click the triangle next to Highlight Duplicates. Pick Set from the drop-down list. Duplicated cells within the selected range will be highlighted. To clear the highlight color, we just need to click the Set button. · Option Two Select cell range (A2:C14). Get into....