WPS Drop-Down List Content Control on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 17, 2026

Common questions about WPS Drop-Down List Content Control on macOS usually focus on control insertion, option setup, and final selection behavior in documents.

FAQ

Why does the drop-down list show no options?

  1. Select the drop-down list content control first.
  2. Open Control Properties from Developer tools.
  3. Check whether display names and values have already been added with Add.
  4. If no options have been added yet, add them and then exit Design Mode to use the list.

Why can’t I type directly into the drop-down list?

  1. This control is designed for selecting from preset options.
  2. It does not support manual custom text entry.
  3. If you need more choices, add more items in the control properties.

Why can’t I select an item after clicking the control?

  1. Check whether the document is still in Design Mode.
  2. If Design Mode is still enabled, exit it first.
  3. Click the drop-down area again and confirm that the preset options can open normally.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Drop-Down List Content ControlA document control that provides a fixed list of options for users to choose from directly in a document.
Design ModeAn editing state used to insert and configure controls and their settings.
Control PropertiesThe settings panel for a control, where you can add, edit, and manage drop-down options.