WPS Undo/Redo on Windows: Introduction

Last updated:July 12, 2026

WPS Undo/Redo is an editing correction feature in WPS Docs collaboration mode; it includes 2 core tasks, with 2 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.

At a Glance

MetricValueNotes
Core tasks2Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index
Available without membership2Matches the number of Free rows in the index
Membership-related items0Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index

About This Feature

Overview

Undo/Redo lets you reverse a recent edit or restore an edit that was just undone. In WPS Docs collaboration mode, these actions help you correct mistakes quickly and reduce repeated editing work.

Core capabilities include:

  • Use the Undo button or shortcut to go back one step.
  • Use the Redo button or shortcut to restore an undone action.
  • Repeat Undo or Redo multiple times for continuous editing changes.

This feature is useful for document collaboration, proofreading, and quick recovery from accidental edits.

System Requirements

ItemRequirement
Operating systemA Windows device that can run WPS Office normally
App versionIt is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office
NetworkLocal undo and redo actions do not require a network connection; in collaboration mode, a stable connection is recommended
OtherYou need to open a WPS Docs file and enter the collaboration editing interface

Download & Installation

ItemDetails
Official DownloadWPS Office Free Download
Post-install CheckLaunch WPS Office, open a document, and check whether Undo and Redo are available from the Home tab

Source: WPS Download Center

Compare with Alternatives

DimensionWPSMicrosoftGoogleNotionAdobe
Capability SummaryIn WPS Docs collaboration mode, you can use the Undo and Redo buttons on the Home tab or press Ctrl+Z and Ctrl+Y to manage recent actions, including repeated use.Microsoft Word supports Undo, Redo, and Repeat. It allows repeated undo steps from the Quick Access Toolbar, and some actions cannot be undone.Google Docs lets users click Undo or Redo at the top of the document while editing.Notion provides Undo/Redo in page editing, allowing users to take back the last action or reinstate it.Adobe Acrobat on Windows lets users open the upper-left menu and choose Undo, Redo & more to undo or redo recent PDF edits.
WPS AdvantagesAdvantage: In collaboration mode, WPS focuses on quickly handling your recent edits with direct buttons and familiar shortcuts.Compared with WPS: Microsoft also includes Repeat and documents a default limit of 100 undoable actions, but its official page is broader and not centered on collaboration editing.Compared with WPS: Google Docs offers clear top-toolbar controls for online editing, but the referenced page gives less detail about repeated undo behavior.Compared with WPS: Notion supports page-level Undo/Redo, but the referenced help page gives less detail about shortcuts and repeated action flow.Compared with WPS: Adobe supports undo and redo for PDF editing, but the entry path is more menu-based and oriented to PDF workflows rather than document collaboration.
Official SourceUndo, redo, or repeat an actionHow to use Google DocsIntro to writing & editingEdit text in PDFs

Overall Conclusion
If your main goal is to quickly reverse or restore recent edits while collaborating on documents in Windows, WPS provides a straightforward entry point and familiar shortcuts. Other products offer similar actions, but their entry paths and primary document scenarios differ, such as web documents, workspace pages, or PDF editing.

Use Cases

#ScenarioTarget UsersCore Pain PointSolution
1Quickly recover deleted textDocument editorsRecently deleted content needs to be restored right awayUse Undo or press Ctrl+Z to reverse the latest action
2Restore an undone changeProofreadersA reverted change needs to be brought backUse Redo or press Ctrl+Y to restore the action
3Step back through multiple editsCollaboratorsSeveral recent edits need to be reversed in orderClick Undo repeatedly to move back through recent steps
4Correct your own work in collaboration modeTeam membersA recent personal edit needs adjustmentUse Undo and Redo in collaboration mode to adjust the current result
5Work faster with keyboard shortcutsKeyboard-focused usersSwitching to the mouse interrupts editing flowUse Ctrl+Z and Ctrl+Y directly

Membership & Benefits

Free vs WPS Premium

FeatureFree UserWPS Member
Basic Undo/Redo actionsAvailableAvailable
Basic PDF featuresAvailableAvailable
Template downloadsLimitedMore benefits
Cloud storage1 GB20 GB

Source: WPS Office pricing page

Recommendations

Use CaseRecommended PlanReason
Everyday document undo and redoFreeUndo/Redo itself is available without membership
More cloud storage and broader benefitsWPS PremiumSuitable if you also need more storage, templates, or other advanced benefits

How to Subscribe

Source: WPS Office pricing page