WPS Superscript and Subscript is a text-formatting feature for document editing on iOS; it includes 2 core tasks, with 2 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 2 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 2 | Matches the number of Free rows in the index |
| Membership-related items | 0 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
| Version limits | None stated | This formatting feature can be used directly |
| Membership limits | None | Free users can use it |
About This Feature
Overview
Superscript and subscript let you place selected text above or below the baseline. They are useful for mathematical expressions, chemical formulas, footnote references, and footnote numbering.
Core tasks include:
- Apply superscript: changes selected text to superscript formatting for content such as X².
- Apply subscript: changes selected text to subscript formatting for content such as H₂O.
This feature fits schoolwork, technical writing, lab notes, and annotated documents. After superscript or subscript is applied, the font size becomes smaller automatically to keep inline formatting clear.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | Use WPS Office for iPhone or iPad |
| App version | The latest version of WPS Office is recommended |
| Network | No mandatory network connection is required for local text formatting; downloading, installation, and account-related actions require network access |
| Other | You need to be able to open and edit a text document normally |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Installation method | Open the official download page and choose the iPhone or iPad version |
| Post-install check | Launch WPS, open a document, then open Tools and the Home tab to confirm that the superscript or subscript entry is available |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | On iOS, you can use Tools → Home to apply superscript and subscript for formulas, chemical notation, and footnote numbering. | Word supports formatting text as superscript or subscript and provides related controls on the Home tab. | Google Docs provides iPhone and iPad keyboard shortcuts for superscript and subscript. | Notion supports superscript and subscript through inline equations using ^ and _, but the content is displayed as equation text. | Acrobat lets you edit PDF text and apply Superscript or Subscript formatting options. |
| Official Source | — | Format text as superscript or subscript in Word | Keyboard shortcuts for Google Docs - iPhone & iPad | Math equations | Edit text in PDFs |
Advantage: It applies text formatting directly inside the iOS document editor with a clear path under the Home tab, which is convenient for quick mobile editing.
Overall Conclusion
WPS works well for applying superscript and subscript directly in documents on iOS, with a straightforward path for mobile editing. If your work centers more on equation-based input or PDF text editing, other tools may fit those workflows better.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable For | Main Pain Point | How It Helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Entering math expressions | Students, teachers | Exponents are hard to present clearly in body text | Use superscript for content such as X² and aⁿ |
| 2 | Writing chemical formulas | Students, researchers | Element numbers need standard subscript formatting | Use subscript for content such as H₂O and CO₂ |
| 3 | Formatting footnote numbers | Editors, writers | Footnote numbers can look unclear in running text | Use superscript for footnote numbering |
| 4 | Quick mobile revisions | Phone and tablet users | Fine formatting changes are harder while away from a computer | Apply superscript or subscript directly on iOS |
| 5 | Revising shared documents | Team members | Special formatting can be missed during collaboration | Use a consistent formatting entry to add superscript or subscript |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature | Free Users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Apply superscript | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Apply subscript | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic document editing | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Advanced PDF editing and conversion | Limited | ✅ Available |
| Template downloads | Limited | More benefits |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| You only need to enter formulas, chemical notation, or footnotes occasionally | Free | Superscript and subscript are available directly with no membership requirement |
| You also need PDF tools, more templates, and more cloud storage | WPS Premium | It adds broader document-related benefits beyond text formatting |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page