WPS Configuration and Repair Tools on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 17, 2026

Common questions about WPS Configuration and Repair Tools usually involve where to find the entry, what each repair option does, when a restart is required, and whether documents are affected.

FAQ

What does Configuration and Repair Tools do?

  1. It helps handle WPS startup issues, functions that do not open correctly, network-related issues, and toolbar problems.
  2. You can also open more tabs through Advanced to adjust update settings, feature customization, and other options.
  3. If you want one place to start troubleshooting, this tool is a practical first step.

What is the difference between Detect and Repair and Reset Repair?

  1. Detect and Repair focuses on automatic diagnosis and repair results.
  2. Reset Repair focuses on manual recovery actions such as resetting plug-ins, re-registering components, or restoring the toolbar.
  3. If you already know the issue type, you can go directly to Reset Repair.

Will repair actions delete my documents?

  1. This tool mainly works with client configuration, component status, and interface settings.
  2. Standard repair actions are not designed to delete user documents.
  3. Before running reset-related actions, it is still a good idea to save your work and close open files.

Why do some changes not take effect immediately?

  1. Some reset or component-related actions require a WPS restart before they fully apply.
  2. Changes related to updates, run mode, or hardware acceleration may also need the client to be reopened.
  3. After changing settings, close and reopen WPS, then check the result again.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Detect and RepairA function that runs a diagnostic process, checks common client issues, and shows repair results.
Reset RepairA function that restores client status through actions such as resetting plug-ins, re-registering components, or restoring the toolbar.
Update SettingsA settings page for update behavior, association checks, download acceleration, and proxy connection options.
Feature CustomizationA settings page for recommendations, context menu items, preview pane behavior, and cloud document performance options.