Common questions about WPS Ruler usually involve visibility, dragging behavior, and tab stop setup; this section includes 3 frequent questions and a glossary.
FAQ
Why can’t I see the ruler?
- Make sure the current file is open in WPS Writer rather than another page type.
- Open the View tab and check whether Ruler is turned on.
- If it still does not appear, reopen the document and try again.
Why don’t the indent markers move the paragraph as expected?
- Select the paragraph that you want to adjust first.
- Then drag the first-line, left, or right indent marker.
- Check whether the paragraph position changes, and adjust again if needed.
How do I set tab stops with the ruler?
- Click the tab stop type button on the left side of the ruler.
- Open the Set Tab Stops option.
- Change the default tab stop or add a custom tab stop, then click OK.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Ruler | A scale shown above the editing area that helps you view and adjust layout positions. |
| Indent | A paragraph formatting setting that controls the distance between text and the page boundaries. |
| Tab stop | A formatting setting that aligns text to specified positions. |