WPS Scroll Bar on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 17, 2026

When using Scroll Bar, common questions usually focus on control behavior, property settings, and usage scenarios; this FAQ includes 3 common questions and a glossary.

FAQ

What is the difference between a scroll bar and a spin button?

  1. A scroll bar lets you drag the slider directly to move quickly within a range.
  2. A spin button is more suitable for increasing or decreasing a value step by step.
  3. If you need to show continuous range changes in a presentation, a scroll bar is usually the better fit.

How do I set the step size of the scroll bar?

  1. Select the inserted scroll bar first.
  2. Open the Control Properties panel.
  3. Use SmallChange to set the step size for arrow clicks, and LargeChange to set the step size for clicks on the track area.

Why can’t I see the Scroll Bar entry?

  1. Make sure the file is open in WPS Presentation.
  2. Check whether you have switched to the Developer Tools tab.
  3. If the entry still does not appear, update WPS Office and reopen the file.

Glossary

TermDefinition
ValueThe current numeric value represented by the scroll bar position.
MinThe minimum value allowed for the scroll bar.
MaxThe maximum value allowed for the scroll bar.
SmallChangeThe amount changed each time you click a scroll bar arrow.
LargeChangeThe amount changed each time you click the track area of the scroll bar.
NameThe identifier used for the control.