WPS WPSArt on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 13, 2026

When using WPSArt, the most common questions focus on unavailable buttons, effect display, undo actions, and setting reuse. This FAQ includes 4 common questions plus a glossary.

FAQ

What should I do if the WPSArt button is grayed out?

  1. Make sure the current file is in editing mode instead of read-only or preview mode.
  2. Check whether the object or current slide content that needs the effect is selected.
  3. Go back to the Insert tab and try the Smart Graphics entry again.

Why can’t I see the expected result after using WPSArt?

  1. Check whether the current parameter settings were confirmed and saved.
  2. Try switching to another slide and then back to the current slide to confirm the effect refresh.
  3. If the effect is related to slideshow display, preview it in presentation mode.

How do I undo a WPSArt action?

  1. Use the common Mac undo shortcut ⌘+Z.
  2. Or click the Undo button on the toolbar to go back one step.
  3. If you made multiple changes, keep undoing until you return to the needed state.

How can I reuse WPSArt settings?

  1. Finish one usable set of WPSArt settings on the current slide.
  2. Copy the configured object and paste it onto another slide.
  3. If the page supports broader application, adjust it once and then sync it to related content.

Glossary

TermDefinition
WPSArtA smart graphics feature in WPS Slides for inserting and adjusting visual content in slides.
Editing modeA state in which you can insert, modify, and save presentation content.
Smart GraphicsA graphic entry used to present structure, process, or relationships visually.
Live previewA way to see the result on screen while adjusting parameters.