WPS Borders on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 20, 2026

Common questions about Borders on macOS usually involve display results, printing, and style settings. This section answers 3 frequent questions.

FAQ

Why do my borders look unclear on screen?

Check whether you are seeing actual borders or only worksheet gridlines.
Select the cells again and open Borders or Format Cells to confirm that a line style was applied.
If the border is too light, increase the line weight or choose a clearer color.

Why are my borders incomplete or missing when I print?

Open print preview and confirm that the range uses actual borders instead of gridlines.
Check whether only some sides were applied, such as outside borders only.
Add inside borders or missing outer borders again before printing.

Can I apply different colors or styles to different sides?

Select the target range and open Format Cells.
Choose the line style, color, and weight first.
Click the top, bottom, left, or right side in the preview area to apply different settings to each side.

Glossary

Term	Definition
Border	A visible line around or inside cells that helps separate content areas.
Gridline	A worksheet guide line used for on-screen structure and not always the same as a printed border.
Preset border	A built-in border combination such as All Borders, Outside Borders, or Inside Borders.
Line style	The visual form of a border line, such as its pattern or appearance.
Format Cells	A settings panel used to adjust cell display properties such as borders, alignment, and number format.