WPS Grid Lines on macOS FAQ

When using WPS Grid Lines on macOS, common questions usually involve display results, print output, color changes, and the difference between grid lines and borders; this FAQ includes 4 common questions and 3 glossary terms.

FAQ

Will grid lines still appear when printing after I hide them on screen?

1. Open the worksheet that you want to print.
2. Click Page Layout and open Page Setup.
3. In the Sheet tab, check whether Gridlines is selected.
4. If it is selected, grid lines still appear in print preview or printed output. If it is not selected, they will not be printed.

Does hiding grid lines affect cell data?

1. Hiding grid lines only changes the worksheet display.
2. It does not change cell data, formulas, or calculation results.
3. If you still need visible separation, add borders to the cells.

What is the difference between grid lines and cell borders?

1. Grid lines are the default helper lines shown between worksheet cells.
2. Cell borders are formatting lines that you apply manually and can use to emphasize areas and print output.
3. When both are present, borders are usually more visible.

Why does the gridline color change look very subtle?

1. First, confirm that grid lines are still shown in the current worksheet.
2. Then check whether the area already has cell borders.
3. If borders cover the grid lines, the color change may be hard to notice.
4. Try checking the new color in an area without borders.

Glossary