How to Insert a Text Box in WPS on Android

Use Insert Text Box with 3 how-to topics, all available without membership; start from the How-to Index and follow the entry path and steps for each task.

How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Open the text box entry

Feature entry: Tools > Insert > Text Box

1. Open the document you want to edit on your Android device.
2. Tap Tools at the bottom.
3. Select the Insert tab.
4. Check whether the Text Box button is available.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: You are in the Insert-related function area.
• Next action available: You can tap Text Box to continue.

Tips While Using

• Common mistake: If the document is not in the main editing interface, the full insert entry may not appear.

2. Insert a text box in editing mode

Feature entry: Tools > Insert > Text Box

1. Open the document and confirm that it is in editing mode.
2. If the file is currently in reading mode, switch to an editable state first.
3. Tap Tools.
4. Open the Insert tab.
5. Tap Text Box to insert it.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: A new text box area appears in the document.
• Next action available: You can type in the text box or adjust its position.

Tips While Using

• Common mistake: A text box cannot be inserted in reading mode.
• Environment note: You need editing permission for the current document.

3. Move an inserted text box

Feature entry: Long press the text box and drag

1. Find the text box you already inserted in the document.
2. Long press the text box.
3. Drag it to the position you want.
4. Release your finger to place it.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: The text box changes position and stays in the target area.
• Next action available: You can keep typing, edit the content, or move it again.

Tips While Using

• Common mistake: If you do not long press on the text box itself, the page may scroll instead.