When using Clear Formatting, common questions usually involve what gets removed, what stays in the cells, and how to recover from mistakes; this FAQ includes 3 common questions and a glossary.
FAQ
Will my cell data be deleted after I use Clear Formatting?
- If you use Clear Formatting, the data in the cells stays in place.
- Only the formatting is removed, so you can continue editing the original data.
- If you want to remove the content too, use Clear All or Clear Content instead.
What is the difference between Clear Content and Clear All?
- Clear Content removes only the text, numbers, or formulas in the selected cells.
- Clear All removes content, formatting, borders, and related cell settings together.
- If you want to keep the existing style, choose Clear Content.
How to clear formatting in WPS on iPhone without removing data?
- Select the target cells first.
- Open Tools, go to the Home tab, and tap Clear Formatting.
- This removes the cell style while keeping the original data in place.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Clear Formatting | Removes style settings from a cell while keeping the original data. |
| Clear Content | Removes the data in a cell without changing the existing formatting. |
| Clear All | Removes content, formatting, and some related display elements from the selected cells together. |