Common questions about WPS Word Count usually involve counting rules, selected-text counting, and result interpretation; this FAQ includes 3 common questions and a glossary.
FAQ
What should I do if the word count does not match my requirement?
- Confirm whether the requirement is based on words or characters.
- Open the Word Count window and compare both values.
- Use the metric that matches the submission requirement.
How do I count words in only part of a document?
- Select the text you want to count in the document.
- Check the selected-text count in the status bar.
- If you need more details, click Word Count to review the selected content statistics.
Why do the status bar and the detailed statistics window focus on different information?
- The status bar is designed for a quick word count check.
- The detailed statistics window is better for pages, characters, and paragraphs.
- When you need a more exact review, use the matching item in the detailed statistics window.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Status bar | The area at the bottom of the document window where current document information, including word count, can appear. |
| Word Count | The feature window that summarizes document length information and shows multiple statistics. |
| Characters (no spaces) | The total number of text characters excluding spaces. |
| Characters (with spaces) | The total number of text characters including spaces. |
| Paragraphs | The total number of paragraphs in the document. |