WPS Ordered List on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 23, 2026

Common questions about Ordered List usually focus on numbering format, automatic continuation, nested sublists, and how to exit list mode; this FAQ covers 4 frequent questions.

FAQ

Can I customize the numbering format of an ordered list?

  1. The current ordered list uses standard automatic numeric numbering by default.
  2. If you need a special format, you can type the numbering manually and keep the paragraph as regular text.
  3. If standard sequential numbering is enough, use Ordered List directly so later items stay updated automatically.

Does numbering update automatically after I insert or delete an item in the middle?

  1. Yes. Later items in the list are renumbered automatically.
  2. After you add content inside an existing list, keep pressing Enter as needed to continue the sequence.
  3. If you delete one item, the following numbers move forward automatically.

How do I create a nested ordered list?

  1. Start with a main ordered list item.
  2. Press Tab where you want to create a sub-item.
  3. Press Shift + Tab to move the item back to the previous level.

How do I exit ordered list mode?

  1. Press Enter once at the end of the current list item to create the next number.
  2. Press Enter again to leave the ordered list.
  3. After that, you can continue typing as a normal paragraph.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Ordered ListA list format that numbers items automatically in sequence, often used for steps, tasks, and ranked content.
Paragraph HandleThe control area beside a paragraph that can be used for actions such as converting paragraph formatting.
Nested ListA lower-level list structure created under a main list item.
Automatic NumberingThe behavior where the editor generates the next number automatically after you enter a list item.