WPS Highlight on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 15, 2026

When using Highlight, common questions usually involve display behavior, feature differences, and available colors; this FAQ includes 3 common questions and a short glossary.

FAQ

What is the difference between Highlight and character shading?

  1. Highlight is mainly used like a marker pen to emphasize important text.
  2. Character shading is more like a text fill effect used for formal formatting differences.
  3. If you need quick review and visible emphasis, use Highlight first.

What should I do if Highlight is applied but not visible?

  1. Click File and open Options.
  2. Check the related view settings to confirm that highlight display is enabled.
  3. Return to the document and check the text again.

Can I add custom highlight colors?

  1. The current Highlight feature uses preset system colors.
  2. If you need more color variation, combine it with other text formatting features.
  3. For common emphasis tasks, the existing colors are usually enough.

Glossary

TermDefinition
HighlightA way to add a visible background color to text so important content is easier to spot.
Find paneThe area used to search for specific text or content in a document and work with matched results.
No ColorThe option used to remove the current highlight effect from text.