WPS Checkbox Content Control on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 15, 2026

Common questions about WPS Checkbox Content Control usually involve checking behavior, default settings, and mark style changes; this section covers 4 frequent questions and solutions.

FAQ

Why can’t I check the checkbox?

  1. Check whether Design Mode is still enabled.
  2. If Design Mode is on, exit Design Mode first.
  3. Click the checkbox again and confirm whether it can now be checked normally.

How do I set the default state of a checkbox?

  1. Enter Design Mode and select the target checkbox.
  2. Open Control Properties.
  3. Choose the default checked or unchecked state in the checkbox-related settings.

How do I change the default mark inside the checkbox?

  1. Enter Design Mode.
  2. Select the checkbox content control and open Control Properties.
  3. In the checkbox properties, change the checked mark and unchecked mark.

What should I do if the mark I need is not in the default options?

  1. Check whether common symbol fonts are installed on your device.
  2. Install a font that provides more symbols if needed.
  3. Return to the checkbox properties and choose the mark style again.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Checkbox Content ControlA checkable control inserted into a document for forms, lists, and confirmation items.
Design ModeAn editing state used to insert controls and change their properties; it is not the normal state for clicking checkboxes as a form user.
Control PropertiesThe settings panel used to adjust options such as default state and mark style for a checkbox control.
Checked MarkThe symbol shown when the checkbox is in the selected state.