Use WPS Insert Formula Guide on Windows with 4 topics covering inserting a new equation, inserting a LaTeX equation, using symbols and structure templates, and handling legacy equation editor issues; 4 items are free and 0 items are membership-related.
How-to Index
| # | Topic | Membership |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Insert a New Equation | Free |
| 2 | 2. Insert a LaTeX Equation | Free |
| 3 | 3. Use Symbols and Structure Templates to Edit an Equation | Free |
| 4 | 4. Handle Legacy Equation Editor Issues | Free |
How-to Guide
1. Insert a New Equation
Entry point: Insert → Equation → Insert Formula
- Place the cursor where you want to insert the equation.
- Click the Insert tab on the top menu bar.
- Click Equation and select Insert Formula.
- Enter the equation content in the equation editor.
- Click outside the editing area when you finish editing.
Success Criteria
- UI state: An editable equation object appears in the document.
- Next actions: You can continue editing the equation or continue editing the document body.
Tips While Using
- Common mistakes: If you do not place the cursor first, the equation may be inserted in an unexpected position.
2. Insert a LaTeX Equation
Entry point: Insert → Equation → Insert LaTeX
- Place the cursor where you want to insert the equation.
- Click the Insert tab on the top menu bar.
- Click Equation and select Insert LaTeX.
- Enter the formula code in LaTeX format in the input box.
- Wait for the code to render as a mathematical equation.
Success Criteria
- UI state: The LaTeX code is displayed as a rendered equation.
- Next actions: You can continue editing the equation or return to the document body for layout work.
Tips While Using
- Common mistakes: Incorrect LaTeX syntax can affect the rendering result.
- Environment limits: This feature requires version 12.1.0.20754 or later.
3. Use Symbols and Structure Templates to Edit an Equation
Entry point: Insert → Equation → Insert Formula
- Insert an equation object by using the new equation entry first.
- In the equation editor, review the symbols and structure templates on the toolbar.
- Select the math symbol, fraction, radical, or other structure you need.
- Enter values, variables, or expressions in the placeholder area.
- Check whether the equation layout matches your document needs.
Success Criteria
- UI state: The selected symbol or structure appears in the equation.
- Next actions: You can add more structures, adjust the content, or exit editing.
Tips While Using
- Common mistakes: If the correct placeholder is not selected, content may be entered in the wrong position.
4. Handle Legacy Equation Editor Issues
Entry point: Insert → Equation
- Click Equation on the Insert tab and check whether a legacy equation editor entry is available.
- If you need the legacy entry, select the corresponding option from the drop-down menu.
- If the equation appears blank after you confirm the input, reinstall the Symbol font and the fonts required by that equation style.
- If you see the message “Cannot create object. Please confirm that the object has been registered in the system registry,” check recently installed special fonts and try uninstalling them.
- Open the installation path of the equation editor and check whether EqnEdit.exe starts normally.
- If it starts normally, open the WPS home page, go to Global Settings → Configuration and Repair Tool → Advanced → Compatibility Settings, select Compatible with third-party systems and software, restart WPS, and try inserting the equation again.
Success Criteria
- UI state: The legacy equation entry opens normally, or the error message no longer appears.
- Next actions: You can continue inserting, editing, or displaying equation content.
Tips While Using
- Common mistakes: If you test again before restarting WPS, you may not see the compatibility setting take effect.
- Environment limits: Font conflicts or legacy editor component issues can affect the result.