WPS Black Screen and White Screen on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 15, 2026

Common questions about Black Screen and White Screen usually focus on where to find the feature, when to use it, and how to return to the slide; this page includes 3 FAQs and a glossary.

FAQ

Where can I find the Black Screen and White Screen feature?

  1. Open your presentation and enter Slide Show mode.
  2. Right-click anywhere in the presentation view.
  3. Select Screen to find Black Screen and White Screen.
  4. You can also use the shortcuts B, ., W, or ,.

When should I use Black Screen or White Screen during a presentation?

  1. Use it when you want to pause the visible slide content temporarily.
  2. Use it when you want the audience to focus on the speaker instead of the screen.
  3. It is also useful during Q&A, equipment adjustment, or short presentation transitions.

How do I return to the original slide after using a black or white screen?

  1. Press any key while the screen is black or white.
  2. Or click the mouse.
  3. The presentation returns to the original slide and continues from there.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Slide Show modeThe fullscreen state used to present slides to an audience.
Black ScreenA temporary display state that turns the current presentation view fully black during a slide show.
White ScreenA temporary display state that turns the current presentation view fully white during a slide show.
Resume DisplayThe action that returns from a black or white screen to the original slide content.