How to Use WPS Shape on macOS

Last updated:July 13, 2026

Use Shape in 2 how-to topics on macOS; 2 topics are available without membership and 0 are membership-related.

How-to Index

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11. Use ShapeFree
22. Advanced SettingsFree

How-to Guide

1. Use Shape

Entry point: Insert > Shape

  1. Open the target presentation and make sure it is in editing mode.
  2. Click Insert on the top menu bar.
  3. Open the Shape drop-down menu.
  4. Select the shape you want and insert it into the current slide.
  5. Drag the shape or adjust its size and position based on the page layout.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: The selected shape appears on the current slide.
  • Next actions: You can continue moving, resizing, or using it with text and other objects.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: If the file is not in editing mode, the object may not be inserted or adjusted as expected.
  • Environment limits: Open an editable presentation page before starting.

2. Advanced Settings

Entry point: Shape > More Settings

  1. Insert a shape into the slide first, or select an existing shape object.
  2. Open the settings entry related to the shape.
  3. Click More Settings.
  4. Adjust the advanced parameters in the settings panel.
  5. Review the live preview and confirm the changes.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: The parameter changes in the settings panel are reflected in the current shape.
  • Next actions: You can continue editing the style or return to the slide for layout work.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: If no shape is selected first, some settings entries may not appear.
  • Environment limits: For complex effects, preview the final display before presenting.