WPS View Code on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 17, 2026

Common questions about View Code usually involve an unavailable button, the editor not opening, and preparation before testing code; this FAQ covers 3 common topics.

FAQ

Why is the View Code button grayed out?

  1. Make sure the target control in the presentation is selected.
  2. Check whether the macro-related runtime environment is available and review related security settings.
  3. Return to the Developer tab and try View Code again.

What should I do if the VBA editor does not open?

  1. Close the current file and reopen WPS Presentation, then try again.
  2. Check whether the local macro runtime environment is complete and available.
  3. If the editor still does not open, reinstall the related components and test the entry again.

What should I check before changing code?

  1. Back up the current presentation so you can recover it if needed.
  2. Confirm that you are editing the module or event procedure for the current control.
  3. Review the logic and safety of the code before pressing F5 to test it.

Glossary

TermDefinition
VBAVisual Basic for Applications, a scripting language used for automation and event logic in office documents.
ControlAn interactive object placed in a presentation that can be linked to event code.
VB EditorThe editing interface used to view, write, and debug VBA code.
Developer tabThe WPS Presentation tab that provides access to controls, macros, and code-related entries.