When using WPS Dictionary, 3 common question types come up most often: finding the entry, understanding results, and handling network-related issues.
FAQ
Does Dictionary support Chinese word lookup?
- Yes. It can be used for Chinese words as well as English words and other selectable text.
- Select the text and tap Dictionary to view the related explanation.
- If you need more information, tap Search Web for broader results.
Why can’t I find the Dictionary entry?
- Make sure you are working in a presentation and have selected text first.
- Check whether the floating text toolbar has appeared.
- If the entry still does not appear, reselect the text and try again.
Why are Dictionary results missing or slow to load?
- Check whether your device has a stable network connection.
- Reopen the Dictionary panel and try the lookup again.
- If you need more information, use Search Web to view external results.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Dictionary | A feature that provides pronunciation, definitions, parts of speech, and related information for selected text inside a document. |
| Floating text toolbar | The quick-action toolbar that appears after text is selected and can be used to open Dictionary and related actions. |
| Search Web | An action that continues from the Dictionary panel to online search results for richer external references. |
| Manage Dictionaries | The settings entry used to switch or add dictionary sources for lookup. |