How to Use WPS Drop-Down List Content Control on Windows

Last updated:July 15, 2026

Use WPS Drop-Down List Content Control on Windows with 3 how-to topics, including inserting the control, adding options, and using the list; 3 items are available without membership and 0 are membership-related.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership Requirement
11. Insert a Drop-Down List Content ControlFree
22. Add Drop-Down OptionsFree
33. Use the Drop-Down ListFree

How-to Guide

1. Insert a Drop-Down List Content Control

Entry: Developer → Drop-Down List Content Control

  1. Make sure the current document is editable.
  2. If you need to configure form controls, enter Design Mode first.
  3. Place the cursor where you want to insert the drop-down list.
  4. Click Drop-Down List Content Control to insert the control into the document.

Success Criteria

  • A selectable drop-down list content control appears in the document.
  • You can continue to open Control Properties to configure options.

Tips While Using

  • If you cannot find the button, first check whether the Developer tab is visible.
  • The insertion position affects the final form layout, so it helps to confirm the template structure first.

2. Add Drop-Down Options

Entry: Developer → Control Properties

  1. Select the drop-down list content control in the document.
  2. Click Control Properties.
  3. In the properties window, click Add.
  4. Set the display name and value for the option.
  5. Repeat as needed, then save the settings.

Success Criteria

  • The control contains one or more selectable options.
  • Each option has a corresponding display name and value.

Tips While Using

  • If the control is not selected first, you may not be able to open the correct property settings.
  • Keep option names short and consistent for easier form filling and later review.

3. Use the Drop-Down List

Entry: Click the drop-down list area

  1. After setting the options, leave Design Mode.
  2. Click the drop-down list area in the document.
  3. Expand the option list.
  4. Select the item you need from the preset choices.

Success Criteria

  • The drop-down list opens normally.
  • Users can select from preset items instead of entering arbitrary text.

Tips While Using

  • If the list is empty, return to Design Mode and check whether options were added.
  • Before sharing the form, test the list once to confirm that the options display correctly.