WPS Master Background on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 13, 2026

When using Master Background, common questions usually involve scope, layout differences, and where to find the entry; this page includes 3 FAQs and 3 glossary terms.

FAQ

Will the master background affect all slides?

  1. Enter Slide Master view and confirm which master you edited.
  2. Check which slides in the presentation use that master.
  3. Slides that use that master will show the matching background, while slides that use another master will not change together.

Can I set different backgrounds for different layouts?

  1. Open Slide Master from the Review tab.
  2. In the left pane, select a specific layout instead of the top-level master.
  3. Click Background and set the background style for that layout.
  4. Return to the presentation and check the result on slides that use that layout.

How to change slide background in a master layout if I cannot find Slide Master or Background?

  1. Open a WPS presentation file and make sure it is editable.
  2. On the top menu bar, click Review and enter Slide Master view.
  3. After entering master view, select a master or layout and look for the Background button.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Slide MasterThe top-level template structure used to control a group of slide layouts and styles consistently.
LayoutA specific page layout type under a slide master that can be adjusted separately for some styles.
Background FillA way to apply color, gradient, picture, or texture effects to a page, layout, or master background.