WPS Email Search on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 23, 2026

Common questions about Email Search usually focus on search conditions, the difference between search methods, and why expected messages do not appear; this page covers 3 frequent questions.

FAQ

  1. Open Advanced Search from the right side of the search box on the mail page.
  2. Review the available fields, including sender, recipient, subject, body, keyword, date, folder, label, attachment name, whether an attachment is included, and priority.
  3. Combine the conditions you need and click Search.
  1. Quick Search is suitable when you want to enter a keyword and find related messages quickly.
  2. Advanced Search is suitable when you want to add conditions such as sender, date, attachment, or folder.
  3. If the result list is too broad, switch to Advanced Search to narrow it down.

Why can’t I find the email I want after searching?

  1. Check whether the keyword is accurate, and try a shorter or more common term if needed.
  2. If you used Advanced Search, review whether the date, folder, label, or attachment conditions are too restrictive.
  3. Make sure the mailbox has synced normally, then search again.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Quick SearchA search method where you enter a keyword directly in the top search box and run the search immediately.
Advanced SearchA search method that combines multiple fields to narrow the result range.
KeywordA search term used to match message subjects, bodies, or related content.
PriorityA filter condition used to distinguish the urgency level of messages.