WPS Format Painter on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 23, 2026

When using Format Painter, the most common questions focus on copied formatting, undo actions, and supported targets; this FAQ includes 3 common questions.

FAQ

What formatting does Format Painter copy?

  1. Format Painter copies the common character formatting from the source text.
  2. This usually includes font, font size, color, bold, italic, and underline.
  3. The text content itself does not change. Only the display style is updated.

How do I undo a Format Painter change?

  1. Press Ctrl+Z on Windows.
  2. If you applied formatting multiple times, press Ctrl+Z again as needed to undo the most recent changes step by step.
  3. Then select the correct source text and apply the formatting again if needed.

Can I use Format Painter more than once without reselecting it?

  1. Yes. First select the source text.
  2. Double-click Format Painter on the top ribbon.
  3. Apply the formatting to multiple targets, then press Esc or click the button again to exit.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Format PainterA tool that copies formatting from one piece of text and applies it to other text.
Source textThe formatted text used as the style source for copying.
Target textThe text that receives the copied formatting.