When using WPS Rehearsal Timer, common questions usually focus on entry status, preview results, and reusing settings; this FAQ covers 4 frequent questions and solutions.
FAQ
Why is the Rehearsal Timer button grayed out?
- Make sure the presentation file is already open and currently in editing mode.
- Check that you are in the normal WPS Slides editing interface.
- Return to the Slide Show tab and try clicking Rehearsal Timer again.
Why do I not see the expected result after I use Rehearsal Timer?
- Check whether the current options were set correctly in the pop-up panel.
- Re-enter the rehearsal flow and confirm whether the settings take effect right after confirmation.
- If you need finer adjustments, open More Settings and preview the result again.
How do I undo a Rehearsal Timer-related action?
- If you just completed a setting change, first check whether the current interface lets you go back or adjust it again.
- During document editing, use the regular undo action to return to the previous step.
- Open Rehearsal Timer again and reset the options as needed.
How can I reuse settings that I already adjusted?
- Finish the Rehearsal Timer and advanced setting adjustments in the current file first.
- Before the live presentation, open the file again and check whether the settings still match the current scenario.
- If the presentation content changes, it is recommended to rehearse again so the pacing matches the updated content.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Rehearsal Timer | A feature used before a live presentation to review or adjust slide pacing and help control speaking time. |
| Editing mode | The working interface where you can modify presentation content and change feature settings after opening a file. |
| More Settings | The advanced settings entry inside Rehearsal Timer for adjusting additional options and reviewing the preview effect. |