WPS Insert Shape Guide on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 15, 2026

Common questions about Insert Shape Guide usually involve adding text, arranging multiple shapes, and fixing an unresponsive shape entry; this FAQ includes 3 common questions and a 3-term glossary.

FAQ

How do I add text inside a shape?

  1. Click the shape that you want to edit.
  2. Type directly in the shape, or right-click the shape and choose the text editing option.
  3. After entering the text, continue adjusting the text content and the shape style if needed.

How do I align multiple shapes?

  1. Hold Ctrl and select multiple shapes one by one.
  2. Click Align in the drawing tools.
  3. Choose left alignment, center alignment, or another alignment option that fits your layout.

What should I do if clicking Shapes does nothing?

  1. Make sure you are in a WPS Writer document and that the Insert tab is selected.
  2. Click Shapes again, choose a shape, and check whether you can drag in the document area.
  3. If the issue continues, open the repair tools from WPS Home settings, run detection and repair, and then return to the document and try again.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Shape libraryThe collection of preset graphics shown when you insert a shape, including basic shapes, arrows, and flowchart categories.
FillThe color or style used inside a shape to make it easier to identify visually.
GroupA command that combines multiple shapes into one object so you can move and adjust them together.