Double Click to Close Tab in WPS on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 17, 2026

This FAQ covers 3 common questions about finding the setting, closing tabs after the setting is turned off, and save prompts, plus a short glossary.

FAQ

Where should I double-click to close a document?

  1. Make sure Double Click to Close Tab is already turned on.
  2. Open at least one document and look at the tab bar.
  3. Double-click the tab of the document you want to close.

How do I close a tab after I turn this feature off?

  1. Keep the document open.
  2. Click the close button on the tab, or use your usual document closing method.
  3. If the file has unsaved changes, follow the save prompt before closing.

Does double-click tab closing affect document saving?

  1. When you double-click a tab, WPS first checks whether the document has unsaved changes.
  2. If there are unsaved edits, a save prompt appears.
  3. You can then save, discard changes, or cancel the close action.

Glossary

TermDefinition
TabA document tab shown near the top of the window that helps you switch between open files.
Global SettingsThe main settings entry in the WPS desktop app for interface and behavior options.
Save promptA confirmation prompt shown before closing a file with unsaved changes.