How to Use WPS Text Box Control on Windows

Use WPS Text Box Control with 2 how-to topics, including inserting the control and setting common properties; use the How-to Index to jump to the task you need.

How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Insert a Text Box Control

Entry: Developer → Control Toolbox → Text Box

1. Click the Developer tab at the top of the window.
2. In Control Toolbox, select Text Box.
3. Drag on the slide canvas to draw the text box control.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: A visible text box control area appears on the current slide.
• Next action available: You can select the control and continue to edit its properties.

Tips While Using

• Common mistake: If you do not drag on the slide canvas, the control may not appear with a visible size.
• Environment note: Open an editable slide in WPS Presentation before starting.

2. Set Common Text Box Control Properties

Entry: Select the text box control → Control Properties

1. Select the inserted text box control.
2. Click Control Properties.
3. Find Text in the properties panel and set the initial content.
4. Find Name in the properties panel and set the control name.
5. Find MaxLength in the properties panel and set the maximum number of input characters.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: The related property values are updated in the properties panel.
• Next action available: You can return to the slide and continue adjusting the control position or other settings.

Tips While Using

• Common mistake: If the control is not selected first, you cannot edit the target text box properties.
• Environment note: Property names follow the labels shown in your current interface.