How to Use WPS Formula Recognition on iOS

Last updated:July 15, 2026

Use Formula Recognition with 2 how-to topics, both membership-related; choose a topic from the index and follow the entry path and steps to recognize and insert formulas.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership Requirement
11. Recognize a Formula by CameraWPS Premium required
22. Recognize from Photos or FilesWPS Premium required

How-to Guide

1. Recognize a Formula by Camera

Entry path: Tools → Insert → Formula Recognition

  1. Place the cursor where you want to insert the formula in the document.
  2. Tap Tools at the bottom.
  3. Open Insert.
  4. Tap Formula Recognition.
  5. Point the camera at the formula you want to recognize and take a photo.
  6. Wait for the app to recognize the formula automatically.
  7. Preview the result and tap Insert into Document.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: the recognized formula appears in the preview area.
  • Next action available: after you tap Insert into Document, the formula appears at the current cursor position.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: blurry images, tilted angles, or poor lighting may affect recognition quality.
  • Permissions or membership: this feature requires account sign-in and WPS Premium.
  • Environment note: camera permission should be enabled before use.

2. Recognize from Photos or Files

Entry path: Tools → Insert → Formula Recognition

  1. Open the Formula Recognition screen in your document.
  2. Tap Photos or Files to add an image or file.
  3. Wait for the app to recognize the formula automatically.
  4. Preview the recognition result.
  5. Tap Insert into Document to finish.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: the imported image or file enters the recognition flow normally.
  • Next action available: after recognition, you can preview and insert the result into the current document.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: very small formulas or busy backgrounds in the imported image may reduce recognition quality.
  • Permissions or membership: this feature requires WPS Premium.
  • Environment note: Photos or Files access permission is required.