WPS Grid Lines on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 14, 2026

Common questions about WPS Grid Lines usually focus on display behavior, printing expectations, and the difference between grid lines and borders; this section includes 3 FAQs and 3 glossary terms.

FAQ

What is the difference between grid lines and cell borders?

  1. Grid lines are display aids in a worksheet that help you identify cell boundaries.
  2. Cell borders are actual formatting applied to selected cells or ranges.
  3. If you need lines to remain in exported or printed output, check the cell border settings first.

Does turning off grid lines affect printing or exported results?

  1. Turning off grid lines mainly changes the current on-screen display.
  2. This action does not change the data in the worksheet.
  3. If you need to control visible lines in final output, check actual formatting such as cell borders.

Why did grid lines change in one worksheet but not in another?

  1. Grid line settings apply only to the current worksheet.
  2. When you switch to another worksheet, you need to set its display state separately if needed.
  3. If you want a consistent review, check the grid line setting sheet by sheet.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Grid LinesDisplay-only lines in a worksheet that help separate cells visually during editing.
Cell BorderA formatting line applied to a cell or range that can remain as part of the worksheet style.
WorksheetA single sheet inside a workbook. Grid line display can be set separately for each worksheet.