WPS User Information on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 15, 2026

Common questions about WPS User Information usually focus on displayed names, existing review records, and checks before collaboration; this section includes 4 frequent questions.

FAQ

Why is the user name shown in tracked changes incorrect?

  1. Open the document and go to the Review tab.
  2. Click the drop-down menu next to Track Changes and select Change Username.
  3. Check whether the name, initials, and Use this user information in revisions option are set correctly.
  4. Save the settings and add a new tracked change to confirm the result.

Will earlier tracked changes also change after I update user information?

  1. In most cases, changing user information only affects new tracked changes and comments created afterward.
  2. Existing review records usually keep their original displayed author name.
  3. If you want a consistent display, set user information before collaboration starts.

Where can I check the current name and initials?

  1. Click the File menu in the upper-left corner.
  2. Open the setting related to User Information.
  3. Check the current name and initials in the right panel.
  4. If the information is inaccurate, edit it and save the change.

How can I avoid mixed author names on a shared computer?

  1. Check User Information before each editing session.
  2. If the previous user's name or initials still appear, update them first.
  3. Then start adding tracked changes, comments, or saving the file.
  4. For team collaboration, use a shared naming rule to reduce confusion later.

Glossary

TermDefinition
User InformationIdentity details such as name and initials used for document editing, especially in tracked changes and comments.
Tracked ChangesA review feature that records edits in a document so collaborators can see what changed and who made the change.
InitialsA short identifier shown with the user name in some review or comment markers.
CommentA note attached to document content for feedback, discussion, or review.