WPS Collaboration Dictionary lets you look up selected text while reading or editing documents on iOS; it includes 1 core task, with 1 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 1 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 1 | Matches the number of Free rows in the index |
| Membership-related items | 0 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
| Membership restriction | None | Available directly after selecting text |
| Version restriction | None | No version threshold is described for this feature |
About This Feature
Overview
WPS Collaboration Dictionary is a document lookup feature in WPS for iOS that helps you check the meaning of selected text without leaving the current file. After you select a word or phrase, you can open the dictionary panel from the floating menu to view pronunciation, definitions, and parts of speech, then continue with online search or switch dictionaries if needed.
This feature is useful for reading foreign-language materials, checking word meaning during review, understanding Chinese terms, or confirming terminology on mobile devices. It keeps word lookup inside the current reading or editing flow, which is helpful for users searching for how to use a dictionary in a document app on iPhone.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | An iPhone or iPad running a supported iOS environment |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office for iOS |
| Network | No mandatory connection is required for local dictionary results; online search requires internet access |
| Other | You need to be able to select text in a document and display the floating menu normally |
Download & Installation
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Official Download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Installation method | Open the official download page, choose the iOS version, and complete installation by following the on-screen instructions |
| Post-install Check | Open a document, select text, and confirm that the Dictionary entry appears in the floating menu |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Opens a dictionary directly after text selection in an iOS document and shows pronunciation, definitions, and parts of speech, with support for online search and dictionary switching. | Microsoft documentation describes dictionary-related capabilities through Word dictionary task pane add-ins and keyboard shortcuts, with public guidance focused more on desktop workflows. | Google Docs officially provides a dictionary shortcut and dictionary tool, with public guidance mainly centered on desktop use. | Notion help content focuses on workspace search and spell check, and does not describe a built-in definition panel for selected text inside a document. | Adobe Acrobat documentation focuses on PDF search, spell check, and custom dictionary management, rather than an in-document definition panel for selected text. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: word lookup stays inside the current reading or editing flow. Distinct: it combines definition viewing, online search, and dictionary switching in one entry point. | Compared with WPS: public documentation is more focused on desktop dictionary or language tools, with less direct guidance for instant lookup inside a mobile document workflow. | Compared with WPS: official guidance centers on desktop dictionary access and shortcuts, with less emphasis on mobile in-document lookup. | Compared with WPS: Notion is more focused on search and knowledge organization, and its official help does not describe the same type of lookup panel. | Compared with WPS: Adobe is more focused on PDF search and spell check, and its official help does not describe the same definition lookup flow. |
| Official Source | — | Microsoft Learn: dictionary task pane add-ins | Google Docs keyboard shortcuts | Notion Help: Search in your workspace | Adobe Acrobat: Searching PDFs |
Overall Conclusion: WPS is well suited to quick word lookup during mobile document reading and editing. For users who want to define a word without switching apps, its in-document entry point is more direct, while the public documentation for the other products is more focused on search, spell check, or desktop-oriented language tools.
Use Cases
| # | Scenario | Target Users | Core Pain Point | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reading foreign-language materials | Students, researchers, and office users | Looking up unfamiliar words often interrupts reading | Select text and open the dictionary directly for definitions |
| 2 | Checking Chinese terms | Editors, teachers, and writers | Word meaning or part of speech needs quick confirmation | View definitions and parts of speech in the dictionary panel |
| 3 | Getting more term context | Readers of specialized documents | Local definitions may not be enough | Use Online Search for more results |
| 4 | Switching between dictionaries | Bilingual learners | One dictionary may not fit every reading need | Switch or add dictionaries in the panel |
| 5 | Continuous reading on mobile | Commuters and mobile readers | App switching breaks reading flow | Complete word lookup in the current document view |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature | Free User | WPS Member |
|---|---|---|
| Collaboration Dictionary lookup | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic PDF features | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Template downloads | Limited | More or unlimited, depending on the page description |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
| Ads | May appear | No advertising |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Use Case | Recommended Plan | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| You only need occasional word lookup in documents | Free plan | The dictionary feature itself does not require membership for basic use |
| You also need more cloud storage and broader office features | WPS Premium | In addition to dictionary lookup, you get more storage and other advanced benefits |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership page: Subscribe now
- To review current plans and included benefits, open the purchase page and choose the option that fits your needs.
Source: WPS Office pricing page