WPS Rearrange Window helps you arrange multiple open document windows in one workspace; it includes 4 core tasks, with 4 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 4 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 4 | 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
Rearrange Window is a view feature in WPS Writer on Windows that places multiple open documents in one working area so you can review, compare, and switch between files more efficiently.
Core capabilities include:
- Horizontal Tile for top-to-bottom document comparison.
- Vertical Tile for side-by-side document review.
- Cascade for stacked window access and quick switching.
- Combined use with New Window when you want to view different parts of the same document.
This feature is useful for paper review, version comparison, reference checking, and multi-document editing.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Windows desktop environment with standard window management |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | No mandatory network connection is required for local document rearrangement |
| Other | Open two or more WPS Writer documents before using the feature |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Post-installation check | Open WPS Writer, load multiple documents, and confirm that Rearrange Window is available on the View tab |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Rearrange Window in WPS Writer can place multiple open documents in Horizontal Tile, Vertical Tile, or Cascade layouts for parallel viewing and editing. | Microsoft Word support pages provide Word help and learning resources, and the public help entry focuses on general document work. | Google Docs officially supports using Google products side by side in a side panel, which focuses on companion tools rather than rearranging multiple document windows. | Notion supports multiple database views and lets pages open in Side peek, Center peek, or Full page, which focuses on page display behavior rather than classic document window tiling. | Adobe Acrobat provides Compare Files and a Side-by-Side view for reviewing differences between two PDF versions. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS provides three direct window arrangement modes inside the writing workspace. Distinct: It fits multi-document reading and editing in a traditional document workflow. | Compared with WPS: public guidance is broader and less focused on direct document window arrangement options. | Compared with WPS: the official feature centers on a side panel for Google services, not tiled document windows. | Compared with WPS: Notion is stronger for workspace organization and database views than for document window rearrangement. | Compared with WPS: Adobe focuses on PDF comparison, while WPS is more suitable for everyday Writer document review and editing. |
| Official Source | — | Word help & learning | Use Google products side by side | Views, filters, sorts & groups | Compare two versions of a PDF file |
Overall Conclusion: WPS Rearrange Window is a practical fit when you need to view and edit several Writer documents at the same time. The other products offer adjacent viewing experiences, but they focus more on side panels, workspace views, or PDF comparison.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main issue | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paper comparison | Students and researchers | Need to review body text and references together | Use Horizontal Tile to compare content vertically |
| 2 | Contract revision check | Admin and legal staff | Need to compare similar documents line by line | Use Vertical Tile for side-by-side review |
| 3 | Multi-file note extraction | Editors and office staff | Need to switch across several source files | Use Cascade to keep all windows accessible |
| 4 | Same-document multi-position viewing | Long-document editors | Need to view different parts of one file at once | Create another window first, then rearrange windows |
| 5 | Reference-based writing | General office users | Need to write while checking several source files | Open multiple files and choose the most suitable layout |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free Users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Rearrange Window | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic document editing | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Advanced PDF and additional advanced tools | Some features are limited | More tools are available |
| Cloud storage and template benefits | Basic quota | Higher quota and more benefits |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday multi-document viewing and editing | Free version | Rearrange Window itself is available directly for regular office work |
| Ongoing use of advanced tools and extended benefits | WPS Premium | Better suited if you also need more PDF tools, templates, cloud storage, or other advanced features |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe to WPS Premium
Source: WPS Office pricing page