When using Text Outline, the most common questions focus on the relationship between fill and outline, hollow text creation, and overly thick outlines; this FAQ covers 4 common situations and a glossary.
FAQ
What is the relationship between Text Outline and Text Fill?
- Text Fill controls the color inside the text strokes.
- Text Outline controls the line around the outer edge of the text.
- They can be set separately or used together.
- To create a hollow text effect, set Text Fill to no fill and keep the text outline.
How do I create a hollow text effect in WPS on Windows?
- Select the target text.
- Set Text Fill to No Fill.
- Open Text Outline and choose the color and width you want.
- Preview the result and adjust the outline color based on the page background.
What should I do if the text outline is too thick and characters overlap?
- Reduce the outline width first.
- If the font size is small, increase the font size and review the result again.
- Use a thinner line style when needed to reduce edge overlap between nearby characters.
- Check the final display again before projection or export.
Why can’t I see the text outline after I apply it?
- Make sure you selected the text itself, not only the text box.
- Check whether the outline color is too close to the background color.
- If the outline width is too thin, increase it and review the result again.
- Also confirm that text fill and other effects are not reducing outline visibility.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Text Outline | A stroke effect around the edge of text characters that can be adjusted by color, width, and style. |
| Text Fill | The color area inside the text strokes, which can be used together with Text Outline. |
| Gradient Line | An outline style that uses multiple colors in a gradient transition. |
| Task Pane | The side panel used to adjust object properties and text formatting in one place. |