WPS Presenter View on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 15, 2026

Common questions about Presenter View usually involve dual-screen presenting, interface display, and shortcut use; this FAQ includes 3 common questions and a glossary.

FAQ

How can the audience see the normal slides while I see Presenter View?

  1. Connect a second display or projector first.
  2. Set the slideshow output location in the Slide Show tab.
  3. Turn on the option to show Presenter View and start the slideshow.
  4. Confirm that the audience screen shows the slides while your screen shows the presenter interface.

Why can’t I see the notes area after starting the slideshow?

  1. Check whether you are in Presenter View instead of normal slideshow mode.
  2. Confirm that notes have been added to the current slide.
  3. If you are using two displays, check the display connection and slideshow output settings.
  4. Restart the slideshow and check the notes area again.

What shortcuts can I use in Presenter View?

  1. Press Alt+Tab to switch views.
  2. Press B to turn the screen black or restore it.
  3. Press W to turn the screen white or restore it.
  4. Press Ctrl+P to switch to the pen tool.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Presenter ViewA presenter-side slideshow interface that usually shows the current slide, next slide, notes, and timing information.
Notes areaThe part of a presentation that stores speaker prompts for the presenter and is usually hidden from the audience.
Dual-display presentationA presentation setup that uses two display outputs, with one for the audience and one for the presenter.