Common questions about WPS Format Painter usually involve repeated use, icon display issues, entry location, and special character handling; this FAQ includes 4 frequent questions.
FAQ
Why can’t I keep using Format Painter after double-clicking it?
- Confirm that you double-clicked the Format Painter button instead of clicking it once.
- If the issue continues, check whether third-party plug-ins may be affecting the editing environment.
- Close the related plug-ins, reopen the document, and try the double-click action again.
What should I do if the Format Painter icon appears blank or does not work correctly?
- Open the global settings from the WPS home page and run detection and repair.
- Reset related plug-in settings if needed.
- If the issue continues, record your WPS version and usage environment, then contact WPS customer support.
How do I open the Clipboard panel?
- Open the Home tab.
- Find the area where the Format Painter button is located.
- Click the small arrow at the lower-right side of that area to open the Clipboard panel.
Why can’t Format Painter work on some characters in my document?
- Check whether the document was converted from another file format.
- If conversion differences exist, some characters may not behave as valid editable characters.
- Use Find and Replace to replace the affected content with valid characters, then try Format Painter again.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Format Painter | A tool that copies existing formatting and applies it to other content without copying the text itself. |
| Repeated use | A mode entered by double-clicking Format Painter so the same formatting can be applied to multiple locations. |
| Floating toolbar | A shortcut toolbar that appears near selected content and provides quick access to common editing commands. |
| Clipboard panel | The area related to copy, paste, and formatting-copy actions that can be opened from the Home tab. |