This FAQ covers 3 common questions about Character Spacing in WPS on Windows, including where to find the setting, how spacing styles differ, and how spacing scaling works.
FAQ
Why can’t I find the Character Spacing option?
- Make sure you are working in an editable text document.
- Select a piece of text first, then open the Home tab.
- Click the Text Properties drop-down menu and select Text Properties.
- In the task pane on the right, open the Text tab and look for Character Spacing.
What is the difference between Widened and Tightened spacing?
- Widened increases the distance between characters and makes text look more open.
- Tightened reduces the distance between characters and makes text look more compact.
- For small layout changes, start with a small value and review the result.
What is the difference between Character Spacing and Spacing Scaling?
- Character Spacing mainly changes the distance between one character and the next.
- Spacing Scaling changes the overall horizontal display proportion of the characters.
- You can use both together, but adjusting them one at a time makes the result easier to review.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Character Spacing | A text setting that changes the distance between characters to make text look tighter or more open. |
| Tightened | A spacing style that reduces the space between characters. |
| Widened | A spacing style that increases the space between characters. |
| Spacing Scaling | A setting that changes the horizontal display proportion of characters and affects overall text width. |