WPS Word Translation is the text selection translation feature in WPS Writer for iOS; this guide covers 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 |
About This Feature
Overview
Word Translation lets you select a word, phrase, or sentence in a document and view the translation right away. You can switch languages in the translation interface, which is useful for reading foreign-language documents, checking wording, and handling light language assistance during document work.
The main tasks covered in this guide are:
- Start text selection translation: Select text and open the translation interface from the floating toolbar.
- Adjust translation settings: Open more options to manage AI Enhancement and AI Full-Text Translation related settings.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | An iPhone or iPad that can run WPS Office for iOS |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | An internet connection is required for text selection translation |
| Other | You need to open a Writer document and be able to select text in it |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Post-installation check | Open WPS Office, open a Writer document, and select text to confirm that translation-related options appear on the floating toolbar |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | In WPS Writer for iOS, you can select text and start translation directly from the floating toolbar, switch languages in the translation interface, and open more options for AI Enhancement and AI Full-Text Translation related settings. | Microsoft Word supports translating selected text and full documents. The feature requires an internet connection, and some translation capabilities are available to Microsoft 365 subscribers and Office 2021 users. | Google Docs officially supports translating an entire document on a computer. If a file is in Microsoft Office editing mode, it must be converted to Google Docs format before document translation is available. | Notion AI can translate a page, and it can also help process selected content inline on a page. Availability depends on Notion AI plan access. | Adobe Acrobat supports translating an entire PDF through Adobe Express, with options for all pages, one page, or specific text. |
| Official Source | — | Microsoft translation support | Google Docs translation help | Notion AI help | Adobe Acrobat PDF translation help |
Advantage: You can start translation directly from the floating toolbar after selecting text on iOS.; Viewing the translation does not directly rewrite the original document content.
Overall Conclusion
WPS is well suited to quick translation of selected text while reading or reviewing documents on iOS. If your main need is full-document or PDF translation, Microsoft, Google, Notion, and Adobe each provide workflows that focus on different document types and usage patterns.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main challenge | How it helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reading foreign-language materials | Students and researchers | Switching between apps to understand unfamiliar words or sentences slows reading | Select text and view the translation directly in the document workflow |
| 2 | Checking bilingual wording | Editors and business users | You need to confirm whether a Chinese or English expression is appropriate | Switch languages in the translation interface to compare wording |
| 3 | Reviewing collaborative documents | Team members | Shared documents may contain sections that are harder to understand quickly | Use the floating toolbar to translate selected content right away |
| 4 | Exploring enhanced translation options | Users who want more assistance | You want to review AI-related translation options while working | Open more options to check AI Enhancement and AI Full-Text Translation settings |
| 5 | Keeping the original text unchanged | Reviewers | You do not want translation actions to directly modify the source text | Translation results are shown in the translation interface instead of rewriting the document |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature area | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Basic text selection translation | Available | Available |
| Basic PDF features | Some basic features available | More extended features available |
| Cloud storage | 1GB | 20GB |
| Template downloads | Limited | More content available |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| You only need occasional text selection translation in documents | Free version | The feature information for this guide shows no membership restriction for the translation workflow covered here |
| You also need more cloud storage, templates, or broader office benefits | WPS Premium | This is more suitable if you need additional benefits beyond translation |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe to WPS Premium
Source: WPS Office pricing page