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How to Copy, Paste, and Cut in WPS on iOS

Last updated:July 12, 2026

Use Copy, Paste, and Cut in WPS on iOS through 3 how-to topics, including copying text, pasting text, and cutting text; choose a topic from the index and follow the steps.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership Requirement
11. Copy TextFree
22. Paste TextFree
33. Cut TextFree

How-to Guide

1. Copy Text

Entry path: Edit mode → Long-press text → Copy

  1. Open the document and enter edit mode.
  2. Long-press the text you want to copy.
  3. Drag the selection handles on both sides to adjust the selected range.
  4. Tap Copy on the floating toolbar.
  5. The selected text is saved to the system clipboard and can be pasted elsewhere.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: The Copy option appears after text is selected.
  • Next action available: You can paste the copied content into another editable location.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: If you are not in edit mode, a long press may only trigger viewing or selection behavior.
  • Environment note: If the document is read-only, editing actions may not be available.

2. Paste Text

Entry path: Edit mode → Tap target position → Paste

  1. Open the document and enter edit mode.
  2. Tap the location where you want to insert content so the cursor appears there.
  3. Tap Paste on the floating toolbar near the cursor.
  4. The clipboard content is inserted at the current position.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: The copied or cut text appears at the target position.
  • Next action available: You can continue editing, copying, or saving the document.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: If the clipboard is empty, no target text will be inserted.
  • Environment note: Content copied from another app may be affected by system permissions or content type.

3. Cut Text

Entry path: Edit mode → Long-press text → Cut

  1. Open the document and enter edit mode.
  2. Long-press and select the text you want to move.
  3. Tap Cut on the floating toolbar.
  4. The selected text is removed from its original position and saved to the system clipboard.
  5. Tap the new target position and use Paste.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: The original text is removed from its previous location.
  • Next action available: You can paste the cut content into a new location.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: If the selection range is inaccurate, the cut result may not match what you intended.
  • Environment note: When pasting across apps, the original formatting may change.