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How to Use WPS Text Effects on Windows

Last updated:July 15, 2026

Use WPS text effects with 3 how-to topics, including applying effects from the ribbon, the task pane, and the right-click menu; choose a topic from the index and follow the steps.

How-to Index

#TopicMembership
11. Apply text effects from the ribbonFree
22. Apply text effects from the task paneFree
33. Apply text effects from the right-click menuFree

How-to Guide

1. Apply text effects from the ribbon

Entry point: Home tab → Text Effects drop-down arrow

  1. Select the text that you want to format.
  2. Click the Home tab on the ribbon.
  3. Click the Text Effects drop-down arrow.
  4. Select the text effect that you want to apply.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: The selected text shows the effect that you chose.
  • Next actions: You can continue editing the text or switch to another effect.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: If you do not select text first, the effect may not be applied to the target content.
  • Environment limits: Some special fonts may not display every effect completely.

2. Apply text effects from the task pane

Entry point: Select text → Task Pane → Properties → Effects tab

  1. Select the text that you want to edit.
  2. In the task pane, click Properties.
  3. In the pop-up window, switch to the Effects tab.
  4. Select the text effect that you want and review the result.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: The task pane or properties window opens the effect-related settings area.
  • Next actions: You can continue adjusting the text effect and return to the document to review the result.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: If text is not selected first, the effect settings may not target the intended content clearly.
  • Environment limits: If the task pane is not visible, confirm that the document is in an editable state.

3. Apply text effects from the right-click menu

Entry point: Right-click menu → Font → Text Effects → Effects tab

  1. Select the text that you want to format.
  2. Right-click and select Font.
  3. In the Font dialog box, click Text Effects.
  4. Switch to the Effects tab.
  5. Select the effect options that you want.
  6. Click OK to apply the effect.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: The settings in the Font dialog box are applied to the selected text.
  • Next actions: You can reopen Font or Text Effects settings to continue adjusting the result.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: If you open the right-click menu before selecting text, the effect may not be applied to the intended content accurately.
  • Environment limits: If the document is read-only, you may not be able to save the change.