WPS Background Pattern and Color on Android FAQ

When using Background Pattern and Color, the most common issues fall into 3 groups: display results, application range, and removing settings; this FAQ includes 5 common questions.

FAQ

Does the background color affect printing?

1. Yes. Background color is included in printed output.
2. If you need color output, make sure the printer supports color printing.
3. Before printing, preview the page to confirm that the color depth is appropriate.

Can I apply the background color to an entire row or column?

1. Yes. Select the entire row or column first.
2. Then open Cell Pattern/Background Settings.
3. Choose a background color or pattern and confirm to apply it uniformly.

How do I remove the background color?

1. Select the cells that already have a background color.
2. Open Cell Pattern/Background Settings.
3. Choose No Fill or return the setting to its default state, then confirm.

Can background color and conditional formatting work together?

1. Yes, both can exist at the same time, but the final display depends on the current spreadsheet rules.
2. If a manual setting does not appear as expected, check whether another format is overriding it.
3. It is helpful to review the final cell style after finishing conditional rules.

Does a background pattern only work in one cell?

1. No.
2. Select multiple cells first.
3. Then apply the pattern or color once to format the whole selection.

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