Common questions about Increase or Decrease Indent in WPS on Windows usually involve indentation units, button behavior, and special indentation formats; this FAQ covers 3 frequent questions.
FAQ
Why does the paragraph move only a fixed distance when I click Increase Indent?
- Increase Indent and Decrease Indent are quick-adjustment buttons.
- Each click changes the paragraph position by a fixed step.
- If you need a specific value, open the Paragraph dialog box and set the indentation precisely.
How do I change the unit used for indentation values?
- Open the Paragraph dialog box.
- Find the measurement-related option in the indentation settings area.
- Switch to the unit you need, such as points, inches, centimeters, millimeters, or characters.
What is the difference between a first-line indent and a hanging indent?
- A first-line indent moves only the opening line of the paragraph inward.
- A hanging indent keeps the opening line in place and indents the remaining lines.
- You can choose either option under Special in the Paragraph dialog box and review the result.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Indentation | The distance a paragraph moves left or right relative to the text-box boundary. |
| First-line indent | An indentation style that applies only to the opening line of a paragraph. |
| Hanging indent | An indentation style where the opening line stays in place and the remaining lines are indented inward. |