WPS Reply Forward Subject Prefix on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 23, 2026

Common questions about WPS Reply Forward Subject Prefix usually focus on when changes take effect, how language-based prefixes work, and whether older emails are affected; this FAQ includes 3 common questions and a 3-term glossary.

FAQ

Does changing the prefix affect older emails?

  1. Open Mail Settings and confirm the current prefix option.
  2. Start a new reply or forward email as a test.
  3. Check whether the new email subject uses the updated prefix. Older email subjects are not rewritten.

Why do I not see a prefix change after updating the setting?

  1. Confirm that you opened the Reply/Forward Subject Prefix area under Sending Settings.
  2. Check whether you started a new reply or forward after changing the option.
  3. Confirm that your network connection is working normally so the setting can sync in time.

How does the prefix change when I use the current language option?

  1. Select Use Current Language in the drop-down list.
  2. Confirm the current mail or interface language environment.
  3. Start a new reply or forward and check whether the subject prefix follows that language.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Subject prefixThe text automatically added before an email subject to indicate reply or forward status.
Sending SettingsThe settings area in WPS Mail used to manage behaviors related to sending emails.
Current languageThe language currently used by the mail interface, which can affect how the prefix is displayed.