WPS Send by File on Android lets you send the current document as a file attachment; this guide covers 3 core tasks, with 3 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 3 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 3 | Matches the number of Free rows in the index |
| Membership-related items | 0 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
About This Feature
Overview
Send by File is a document-sharing option in WPS Office for Android. It lets you send the current document in its original file format, such as .docx, directly to another person through a selected sharing target.
This feature is useful when you want to:
- send an editable document file to another person;
- start file sharing directly from the document list on the home screen;
- choose between file sending, link sharing, and image sharing based on the collaboration scenario.
Common use cases include mobile document handoff, quick office sharing, and collaboration that needs the original document format.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | An Android device that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | Keep a network connection when sending through email, messaging apps, or online collaboration targets |
| Other | Install the target app in advance and allow WPS to use the system share menu |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Post-install check | Open WPS Office, open a document, tap Share, and confirm that the Send by File option is available |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | On Android, WPS can send the current document as a file and separates file sending, link sharing, and image sharing in the sharing flow. | Word for mobile can share a file by sending a copy as an attachment, including Word or PDF formats, and also supports link sharing. | Google Drive on Android focuses on sharing files or links with viewer, commenter, and editor permissions. | Notion mainly supports exporting content as PDF, HTML, or Markdown & CSV, then sharing the exported result from the mobile share menu. | Acrobat mainly supports sharing PDFs through links, email, or third-party apps for viewing and commenting. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS keeps file sending, link sharing, and image sharing in one mobile sharing flow, which makes it easier to choose the right method quickly. | Compared with WPS: Word also supports sending a copy, but its official guidance focuses more on attachment sending and cloud link sharing. | Compared with WPS: Google emphasizes cloud-based access control and collaboration permissions rather than sending the working document as an office file from the editor flow. | Compared with WPS: Notion is centered on export-first sharing instead of directly sending the working office document in its original editing format. | Compared with WPS: Acrobat is centered on PDF sharing and review, so the file type focus is narrower. |
| Official Source | — | Share a file | Share files from Google Drive | Export your content | Share PDF links in Acrobat |
Overall Conclusion
If you want to send a document from Android as an editable file, WPS provides a direct path that fits everyday mobile work. Other products are also suitable when your workflow is more focused on cloud permissions, exported pages, or PDF review.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable For | Pain Point | How WPS Helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Send an editable draft | Office users | The recipient needs to keep editing the document | Send the document as a .docx file through Send by File |
| 2 | Share quickly from the home screen | Mobile users | You do not want to open the file first | Use the Share button in the home document list and choose Send by File |
| 3 | Choose the right sharing method | Collaboration users | It is unclear whether to use file, link, or image sharing | Compare the sharing methods first, then choose the one that fits the task |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free Users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Send documents by file | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic document sharing | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Other premium benefits | Depends on the in-app offering shown for your account | Includes additional advanced capabilities in WPS Office |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday document sending | Free | This feature itself can be used without membership |
| Broader advanced office needs | WPS Premium | Suitable for users who often work with multiple document tasks and want more advanced capabilities |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership page: Subscribe to WPS Premium
Source: WPS Office pricing page