WPS Show Scale is the zoom control feature for adjusting the slide editing view in WPS Presentation; it includes 2 core tasks, with 2 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 2 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 2 | Matches the number of Free rows in the index |
| Membership-related items | 0 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
About This Feature
Overview
Show Scale in WPS Presentation for Windows adjusts the zoom level of the slide editing area so you can inspect details or review the full layout more comfortably.
Core tasks include:
- Open the Show Scale dialog from the View tab to choose a preset percentage or enter a custom zoom value.
- Use the status bar for quick zoom changes with the slider, zoom percentage area, or Ctrl + mouse wheel.
This feature is useful when checking layout details, reviewing a full slide, or making page-level design adjustments. It changes only the editing view and does not change printing or slideshow output.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows device |
| App version | Recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | No mandatory internet connection is required for local zoom adjustments |
| Other | WPS Office should be installed, and a presentation file should be open for editing |
Download & Installation
Install WPS Office on Windows before using Show Scale in WPS Presentation.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Presentation and any presentation file, then confirm that Show Scale controls are available on the View tab or the bottom status bar |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | In WPS Presentation, you can adjust the editing view from the View tab with Show Scale, or from the bottom status bar with the slider, zoom percentage area, and Ctrl + mouse wheel. | Microsoft Office supports zoom controls from the status bar and from the View tab, including Zoom, 100%, and Fit to Window options for presentations and other Office files. | Google Slides lets users choose Fit or a zoom percentage from the toolbar, and its help page also notes keyboard shortcuts for slide zoom. | Notion Presentation Mode turns a page into a slide deck and enters fullscreen with an automatic zoom-to-fit view, but it is centered on page presentation rather than a standard slide editor zoom panel. | Adobe Acrobat provides page magnification controls such as zoom in, zoom out, preset magnification values, Pan & Zoom, and Loupe zoom for PDF viewing. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS provides both a ribbon entry and a status bar shortcut for slide editing zoom. Distinct: It combines preset ratios, manual percentage input, and Ctrl + mouse wheel adjustment in the presentation editing view. | Compared with WPS: Microsoft also offers status bar and View tab zoom controls, but its support article describes zoom across multiple Office apps rather than focusing on a dedicated WPS-style presentation editing workflow. | Compared with WPS: Google Slides relies on browser-based toolbar controls and online view settings, which fit web collaboration well. | Compared with WPS: Notion focuses on presenting page content as slides and does not describe a standard presentation editor zoom dialog for slide layout editing. | Compared with WPS: Adobe zoom tools are designed for PDF reading and page inspection rather than slide editing and presentation layout work. |
| Official Source | — | Zoom in or out of a document, presentation, or worksheet | Zoom or change your document view | Presentation mode | Adjusting PDF views |
Overall Conclusion
WPS Show Scale on Windows fits everyday slide editing because it offers direct zoom controls inside the presentation workspace. Compared with general document zoom, browser-based view controls, or PDF magnification tools, it stays closer to presentation editing tasks and quick layout review.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable For | Main Need | How Show Scale Helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Check layout details | Presentation editors | Small text, shapes, or alignment are hard to inspect | Increase the zoom level to review local details |
| 2 | Review the full slide | Report creators | It is difficult to judge the whole page structure at a close view | Reduce the zoom level to see more of the slide |
| 3 | Make quick page adjustments | Everyday office users | The view range needs to change often during editing | Use the status bar slider for fast zoom changes |
| 4 | Work with keyboard and mouse | Users familiar with shortcuts | They want to avoid opening menus repeatedly | Hold Ctrl and scroll the mouse wheel to adjust the view |
| 5 | Switch to preset percentages | Users who prefer fixed zoom levels | They want a repeatable viewing ratio | Choose a preset percentage or enter a value in the Show Scale dialog |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Show Scale adjustment | Available | Available |
| Basic presentation editing | Available | Available |
| More advanced PDF, template, and extended office features | Some features are limited | Broader access is available |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday presentation viewing and editing | Free | Show Scale is available for regular zoom and view adjustment tasks |
| Users who also need broader office features | WPS Premium | In addition to basic editing, premium plans can support more advanced office workflows |
How to Subscribe
- Membership page: Subscribe to WPS Premium
Source: WPS Office pricing page