How to Insert Column in WPS on macOS

Use Insert Column with 2 how-to topics in this guide; all 2 are available without membership and 0 are membership-related.

How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Insert columns from the top toolbar

Entry: Top toolbar → Insert → Column

1. Place the cursor where you want to insert columns.
2. Click the Insert menu in the top toolbar.
3. Select Column from the menu.
4. Choose the number of columns you want, such as two or three.
5. Enter content in each column area after the layout is inserted.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: A new column layout appears in the current document.
• What you can do next: You can type or edit content in different columns separately.

Tips While Using

• Columns are easier to review and edit on a wider screen.
• If content feels crowded, simplify the content structure inside each column.

2. Insert columns quickly with a slash command

Entry: Document editing area → Type / → Select Column

1. Type / on a blank line in the document.
2. Select Column from the quick command menu.
3. Enter content in the new column areas.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: After typing the slash, you can see a column-related command and insert the layout successfully.
• What you can do next: You can continue editing in the new columns right away.

Tips While Using

• The slash command is useful when you want a faster way to insert a layout during continuous editing.
• If the command does not appear, confirm that you are in an editable smart document area.