WPS Document Grid on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 15, 2026

When using WPS Document Grid, common questions usually involve finding the entry, choosing the right grid type, and controlling where the settings apply. This FAQ includes 3 common questions.

FAQ

Why can’t I find the Document Grid option?

  1. Open a document in WPS Writer.
  2. Click the Page tab.
  3. Click the arrow in the Page Setup area.
  4. In the Page Setup dialog box, switch to the Document Grid tab.

What is the difference between Line Grid Only and Line and Character Grid?

  1. Line Grid Only controls how many lines appear on each page.
  2. Line and Character Grid controls both the number of lines per page and the number of characters per line.
  3. If you need stricter page layout control, choose Line and Character Grid.

How do I apply new Document Grid settings to only part of the document?

  1. Select the text you want to adjust, or place the cursor at the target position.
  2. Open the Document Grid settings window.
  3. In the apply scope area, choose Selected Text or This Point Forward.
  4. Click OK and check whether the target range has updated.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Document GridA page layout setting that controls line count, character count, and text alignment in a document.
Lines per pageThe number of text lines that can appear on one page.
Characters per lineThe number of characters that can appear in a single line.
Apply scopeThe range where the current settings take effect, such as the whole document, from the current point forward, or selected text.