These FAQs focus on turning revision recording on, viewing revision details, and understanding how revision marks are saved, with 4 common questions for quick troubleshooting.
FAQ List
Why did I edit the document but not see any revision marks?
- Make sure you opened Tools → Review.
- Check whether Start Revision is turned on.
- If you want to see revision content in the document, also turn on Show Comments and Revisions.
- Edit some text again and check whether revision marks appear.
How do I view the details of a specific change?
- Tap Tools and open Review.
- Turn on Show Comments and Revisions.
- Tap the revision content in the document.
- View the revision details in the pop-up window.
Will earlier revisions disappear after I turn Revision off?
- Turning off Start Revision only stops new edits from being recorded.
- Revision marks already saved in the document do not disappear automatically.
- If needed, keep Show Comments and Revisions on to continue viewing them.
Can I still view revision marks on another device?
- Save the document after editing.
- Open the same file on another device.
- View the revision marks in the document.
- If needed, open the review controls there and continue checking revisions.
Glossary
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Revision | A record of document edits, including insertions, deletions, and formatting changes. |
| Start Revision | The switch that turns revision recording on for later edits. |
| Show Comments and Revisions | The switch that displays comments and revision content in the document. |
| Review | The document-checking process used to inspect changes and confirm edits. |