WPS Control Properties on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 17, 2026

When using WPS Control Properties, the most common questions involve unavailable buttons, property setup, and editing conditions; this FAQ covers 3 frequent questions and practical fixes.

FAQ

Why is the Control Properties button grayed out?

  1. Open the document and go to the Developer tab.
  2. Click Design Mode and confirm that the document is in Design Mode.
  3. Select a content control and check whether Control Properties becomes available.
  4. If it is still unavailable, confirm that the selected object is a content control rather than plain text.

How do I set default content or descriptive information for a control?

  1. Enter Design Mode and select the target content control.
  2. Click Control Properties to open the settings window.
  3. Enter the control title and tag text in the properties window.
  4. If needed, continue with color, style, and lock settings, then click OK.

Why can Control Properties be edited only in a specific state?

  1. Control Properties is part of the editing settings for content controls.
  2. The structure and properties of a control can be adjusted only in Design Mode.
  3. If the document is in normal editing mode, switch to Design Mode first.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Content controlA structured input area inserted into a document for managing text, options, or form content.
Design ModeA working state used to edit control structure and properties more easily.
Control PropertiesThe settings panel for a content control, where you can configure the title, tag, color, style, and lock options.