When using Hidden Text, common questions usually fall into 3 groups: display behavior, print results, and formatting recovery; this FAQ includes 4 common questions.
FAQ
Why can I still see content after setting it as hidden text?
- This is normal when hidden text display is enabled.
- Go to File → Options → View.
- Clear Hidden Text if you do not want the hidden content shown in the current view.
Why does printed output not include hidden text?
- Open File → Options → Print.
- Check whether Hidden Text is currently set to Do not print hidden text.
- If you want hidden content in print output, change it to Print hidden text or another suitable option.
How do I remove hidden text that has already been applied?
- Go to File → Options → View first and enable hidden text display.
- Select the target text, right-click it, and open Font settings.
- Clear Hidden Text, then click OK.
What is the difference between hidden text and strikethrough?
- Strikethrough keeps text visible and adds a horizontal line through it.
- Hidden text is used to control whether text is shown and whether it is included in print output.
- Hidden text is more suitable for notes, template placeholders, and print-content switching.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Hidden Text | A text formatting attribute that lets selected text be shown or hidden based on display and print settings. |
| Dot marker | A visual marker shown under hidden text when hidden text display is enabled. |
| Overlay print hidden text | A print option used to output hidden text in certain print scenarios, such as printing on pre-printed paper. |