How to insert rows in WPS
In daily office work, when using WPS tables to process data, it is often necessary to insert rows to adjust the table structure. This article will introduce in detail various methods of inserting rows into WPS tables, and provide you with practical tips based on hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days.
1. Basic method of inserting rows into WPS table

The following are several common operations for inserting rows in WPS tables:
| method | Operation steps | Applicable scenarios |
|---|---|---|
| Right-click menu insertion | Select the row number → right-click → select "Insert Row" | Single row insert |
| ribbon button | Select the row → "Home" tab → "Insert" → "Insert row" | Quick operation |
| Shortcut key insertion | Ctrl+Shift+"+" (need to select the entire line) | Efficient batch operations |
| Drag to insert | Hold down the Shift key and drag the line number boundary | Flexible adjustment of position |
2. Integration of popular office skills across the entire network
Based on recent Internet hot spots, we have compiled some high-profile tips related to WPS tables:
| hot topics | attention index | Related tips |
|---|---|---|
| WPS form batch operation | ★★★★☆ | Hold down the Ctrl key to select multiple rows and then insert them. Multiple rows can be added in batches. |
| Table format maintained | ★★★★★ | When inserting a row, the format of the row above will be automatically inherited. |
| Operate across worksheets | ★★★☆☆ | You can insert the same number of blank rows into multiple worksheets at the same time |
| WPS collaborative office | ★★★★☆ | The row insertion operation in the cloud document will be synchronized to all collaborators in real time |
3. Advanced application scenarios
1.Row insertion in template table: When inserting rows into a table with a formatted template, it is recommended to use the "Insert Options" button to select "Keep Original Format" or "Clear Format".
2.Formula references automatically updated: After inserting a row, WPS will automatically adjust the cell reference in the formula, but please note that the absolute reference ($A$1) will not be updated automatically.
3.Table border processing skills: If the borders appear inconsistent after inserting rows, you can use the "Format Painter" tool to quickly unify the format.
4. Frequently Asked Questions
| question | solution |
|---|---|
| The serial numbers are not consecutive after inserting rows | Use =ROW()-X formula to automatically generate serial numbers |
| Unable to insert row in protected area | Unprotect a worksheet or adjust the protection scope |
| The printing area is abnormal after inserting a row | Reset the print area or use "Fit to fit" |
| Inserting rows is slow | Turn off automatic calculation (Formula → Calculation Options → Manual) |
5. Latest functional updates of WPS
According to the recent WPS official update log, the latest version (2024) has the following optimizations in the row insertion function:
1. Added "Smart Insertion" function, which can automatically recommend the number and position of inserted rows based on the context.
2. Improved undo/redo functionality, now more precise rollback of insert row operations
3. In cloud collaboration mode, conflict prompts for inserting row operations are more intuitive.
4. The performance of inserting rows in very large worktables (more than 100,000 rows) is improved by about 40%.
Summary: Mastering various methods of inserting rows into WPS tables can significantly improve data processing efficiency. Whether it is a basic single-row insertion or a complex batch operation, it can be easily implemented through the method introduced in this article. It is recommended to flexibly choose the most suitable operation method based on your own work needs.
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