WPS Page Number on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 15, 2026

When using Page Number, 3 common issue types come up most often: unavailable buttons, removing the effect, and combining it with other text formatting; this FAQ covers 3 common questions.

FAQ

Why is the Page Number button grayed out and unavailable?

  1. Make sure the current file is open in WPS PDF.
  2. Click Edit > Edit Content to enter content editing mode.
  3. Click Text Edit to make sure you are in text editing mode.
  4. Select the target text and check whether the Page Number button becomes available.

How do I remove an applied Page Number effect?

  1. In text editing mode, select the text that already has the Page Number effect.
  2. Click the Page Number button again.
  3. Confirm that the text display returns to the updated state after removal.

Can I use it together with other text formatting?

  1. Select the text content that you want to edit.
  2. Apply other text formatting commands as needed.
  3. Save the document and check whether the formatting effects work together.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Edit ContentThe entry in WPS PDF that switches the file into content editing mode so you can continue editing text or objects.
Text EditThe mode in the PDF editing workflow that is used specifically for selecting and editing text content.
Floating ToolbarA nearby shortcut toolbar that appears after text is selected and provides quick access to common commands.
Page NumberIn this article, the command used to apply a page number related effect to selected text.