WPS Superscript and Subscript on iOS FAQ

Last updated:July 15, 2026

Common questions about WPS Superscript and Subscript on iOS focus on removing the format, whether both styles can be used together, and why the text looks smaller, with 3 FAQs and 3 glossary terms.

FAQ

How do I remove superscript or subscript in WPS on iPhone?

  1. Select the text that already has superscript or subscript applied.
  2. Tap the same Superscript or Subscript button again.
  3. The text returns to the normal baseline.

Can superscript and subscript be applied to the same selected text at the same time?

  1. For the same selected text, only one position-based format can be active at a time.
  2. If text is already superscript and you apply subscript, the newer format takes effect.
  3. Format different characters separately when you need both styles in the same expression.

Why does the text look smaller after I apply superscript or subscript?

  1. Superscript and subscript usually appear in a smaller size as part of normal document formatting.
  2. If the text moves above or below the baseline, the format has usually been applied correctly.
  3. If needed, adjust font size or font settings afterward for a different visual result.

Glossary

TermDefinition
SuperscriptA smaller character displayed above normal text, often used for squares, exponents, or footnote markers.
SubscriptA smaller character displayed below normal text, often used for chemical formulas or indexed variables.
BaselineThe horizontal line on which normal text sits. Superscript appears above it and subscript appears below it.