Insert Text Box in WPS on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 15, 2026

Common questions about WPS text boxes on macOS usually involve insertion steps, style settings, and membership resources; this FAQ includes 4 common questions and a 3-term glossary.

FAQ

How do I insert a text box in WPS Writer for Mac?

  1. Open a WPS Writer document.
  2. Click the Insert tab on the top menu bar.
  3. Click Text Box and choose the text box type you need.
  4. Drag on the page to draw the text box and then type your text.

Why can’t I see more text box resources?

  1. Click InsertText Box first.
  2. Check whether More Text Boxes is available in the menu.
  3. Make sure your internet connection is working and that you are signed in.
  4. If the selected resource is membership-limited, activate the related benefits and try again.

How do I change the border color or fill color of a text box?

  1. Select the text box in the document.
  2. Open the text box style settings.
  3. Change the border color and fill color as needed.
  4. Preview the result and continue adjusting if necessary.

Why can’t I move the text box to the position I want?

  1. Make sure you selected the border of the text box instead of the text inside it.
  2. Move the pointer onto the text box and drag again.
  3. Adjust the position and size of the text box.
  4. If the page is crowded, move it to a blank area first and then fine-tune it.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Text boxAn independent text container in a document that can be edited, moved, and styled separately.
Horizontal text boxA text box type where text follows the normal horizontal reading direction.
Vertical text boxA text box type where text is displayed vertically for special layout needs.