Insert Formula in WPS on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 23, 2026

This FAQ covers 4 common questions about syntax support, entry points, editing, and display, plus 4 glossary terms for quick reference.

FAQ

What syntax does Insert Formula support?

  1. Open the formula editor after choosing a formula entry point.
  2. Enter your content with LaTeX syntax.
  3. Check the displayed formula result while editing.
  4. Confirm when the formula looks correct.

Why do I not see the Formula option after typing /?

  1. Make sure the cursor is inside an editable paragraph.
  2. Type / again to open the quick menu.
  3. Type formula or equation to narrow the command list.
  4. If the option still does not appear, try again in another blank paragraph.

Can I edit a formula after inserting it?

  1. Click the target formula in the document.
  2. Choose Edit from the floating toolbar.
  3. Update the content in the formula editor.
  4. Confirm to replace the original formula.

Can I see the formula result while editing?

  1. Open the formula editor and enter LaTeX content.
  2. Watch the displayed formula result during editing.
  3. Check whether fractions, integrals, matrices, and other structures look correct.
  4. Confirm only after the result matches your expectation.

Glossary

TermDefinition
LaTeXA markup syntax commonly used in mathematics and academic typesetting to describe formula structures and symbols.
Formula editorThe editing interface used to enter, preview, and confirm formula content.
Paragraph handleThe + entry shown on the left side of a paragraph for inserting different content blocks.
Floating toolbarA contextual toolbar that appears after you select an object and provides related actions such as editing.