WPS Rich Text on iOS FAQ

Last updated:July 22, 2026

Rich Text on iOS usually raises questions about field types, formatting scope, and editing scenarios; this FAQ covers 3 common questions and a glossary.

FAQ

What is the difference between Rich Text and plain text?

  1. Plain text is mainly for entering text without styling.
  2. Rich Text supports formatting such as bold, italic, font size, color, and lists.
  3. When a record needs clearer structure or emphasis, Rich Text is the better choice.

Can Rich Text insert images?

  1. This feature guide focuses on text formatting and editing.
  2. If you need to manage images, use an image or attachment field together with Rich Text.
  3. A practical setup is to keep written notes in Rich Text and store images in a separate attachment field.

Why is complex formatting often easier on a computer?

  1. iOS is well suited for viewing and basic editing.
  2. When content becomes longer or needs frequent formatting changes, a larger screen is easier to work with.
  3. You can capture the main content on mobile first and continue refining it later on another device.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Rich TextA text format that supports styling and layout effects such as bold, italic, color, and lists.
Field TypeThe data type setting for a column in a database, which determines what kind of content the field can store.
DatabaseA structured table-based workspace used to manage records with different field types such as text and attachments.