WPS Text Direction on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 15, 2026

When using Text Direction, common questions usually involve where to find the feature, how to limit the apply range, and how to confirm the layout result; this page includes 3 common questions and a glossary.

FAQ

Why can’t I find the Text Direction entry?

  1. Make sure the file is open in WPS Writer instead of another WPS component.
  2. Check the Page tab at the top of the window.
  3. Find the Text Direction drop-down menu on the Page tab.

How do I change text direction for only part of a document?

  1. Open the Text Direction drop-down menu on the Page tab.
  2. Select Text Direction Options.
  3. After choosing a direction in the dialog box, set the apply range to content after the insertion point or another needed range, then click OK.

What should I do if the layout result is not what I expected after changing text direction?

  1. Open the Text Direction menu again and check the current direction setting.
  2. Confirm whether the apply range was selected correctly.
  3. If needed, switch to another preset direction or open Text Direction Options again to adjust it.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Text DirectionThe arrangement and reading direction of text in a document, such as horizontal or vertical text.
Apply RangeThe area where the text direction setting takes effect, such as the whole document or content after the insertion point.
Page tabThe area in WPS Writer that contains page layout related settings.