How to Use WPS Insert Symbol on Windows

Use Insert Symbol with 2 how-to topics, including inserting a symbol from the ribbon and opening more symbols; choose a topic from the index and follow the steps.

How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Insert a symbol from the ribbon

Entry point: Insert tab → Symbol button

1. Click the Insert tab on the top menu bar.
2. Click the Symbol button.
3. Select the symbol you want from the common symbol panel.
4. Click the symbol to insert it at the current cursor position.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: The selected symbol appears at the current text insertion point.
• What you can do next: You can keep typing, adjust the font size, or continue editing the slide.

Tips While Using

• Common mistake: If you do not place the cursor first, the symbol may be inserted in an unexpected location.
• Environment note: The range of visible symbols may vary by font.

2. Insert more symbols

Entry point: Insert tab → Symbol → More Symbols

1. Click the drop-down arrow next to the Symbol button.
2. Select More Symbols.
3. Browse more characters in the dialog box.
4. Select the target symbol and click Insert.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: The selected symbol is inserted from the dialog box into the current editing position.
• What you can do next: You can continue searching for other characters or close the dialog box and return to editing.

Tips While Using

• Common mistake: If you only check the common panel, you may think the character is unavailable.
• Environment note: If a character displays incorrectly, try switching fonts.