This FAQ covers common questions about interface areas, collaboration markers, and history entries in WPS on Windows; it includes 4 common questions and a glossary.
FAQ
Why can’t I see online collaborator avatars or editing positions?
- Confirm that you opened an online collaborative document instead of a local single-user file.
- Check whether the network connection is stable and whether other collaborators have entered the same document.
- Refresh the document or reopen the shared file, then check the collaborator markers again.
Where can I usually find collaboration records and version history?
- Open an online collaborative document.
- Look for collaboration records or version history entries in the interface.
- Open the entry to review document changes and version details.
What is the difference between the menu bar and the ribbon?
- The menu bar is at the top of the interface and groups the main feature categories.
- The ribbon is below the menu bar and shows the detailed commands for the current tab.
- Identify the menu category first, then use the ribbon to complete the specific action.
How do I quickly guide a collaborator to a specific location in the document?
- Open the right-click menu near the target content.
- Use Summon Online Collaborator to invite another collaborator to the current location.
- Or use Share Link to This Location to generate a link that jumps to the selected position.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Menu bar | The functional category area at the top of the interface for opening major menus such as file, edit, insert, and review. |
| Ribbon | The command area below the menu bar that changes with the selected menu tab. |
| Editing area | The main workspace for document content, used for typing, formatting, and inserting objects. |
| Status bar | The information area at the bottom of the interface that shows page number, word count, language, and zoom details. |
| Version history | The entry used to review previous document changes and collaboration history. |