WPS Copy and Paste on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 12, 2026

When using Copy and Paste in WPS on Windows, the most common questions are about shortcuts, formatting results, and missing toolbars, with 4 frequent answers below.

FAQ

What are the keyboard shortcuts for copy, cut, and paste?

  1. Press Ctrl+C to copy.
  2. Press Ctrl+X to cut.
  3. Press Ctrl+V to paste.
  4. You can use these shortcuts directly in the document editing window on Windows.

Why does the pasted content look different from the original?

  1. The result usually depends on the paste option you selected.
  2. Use Keep Source Formatting if you want to preserve the original style.
  3. Use Match Current Formatting or Paste Text Only if you want the content to fit the current document style.

Why can’t I see the floating toolbar?

  1. Confirm that text is selected first.
  2. Select the text again and check whether the floating toolbar appears near the selection.
  3. If it still does not appear, use the right-click menu to complete the action.

How do I paste only text without the original formatting?

  1. Place the cursor at the target location.
  2. Open the paste options from the right-click menu or the floating toolbar.
  3. Select Paste Text Only.
  4. Check the result to confirm that the original formatting has been removed.

Glossary

TermDefinition
ClipboardA temporary system area that stores copied or cut content for later pasting.
Paste optionsDifferent paste results such as keeping source formatting, matching current formatting, or pasting text only.
Floating toolbarA nearby quick-action toolbar that appears after text selection and can provide copy, cut, and paste commands.
Match Current FormattingA paste result that adjusts inserted content to the formatting used at the current document location.