WPS Split Window is a same-document split view feature in WPS Writer for macOS; 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
Split Window lets you view different parts of the same WPS Writer document at the same time on macOS. It supports both horizontal split and vertical split, so you can compare distant sections, review long content, and check details without repeatedly scrolling back and forth.
Core tasks include:
- Open the Split Window menu and enter split view quickly.
- Use horizontal split to view two top-and-bottom areas of the same document.
- Use vertical split to compare left-and-right areas in the same document.
- Cancel the split and return to a single document view.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Mac device that can run WPS Office for macOS normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | Split Window is a local document viewing feature and does not require a network connection for basic use |
| Other | You need to open a WPS Writer document and access the View menu in the top menu bar |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Launch WPS Office, open a Writer document, and confirm that Split Window is available under View |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Split the same WPS Writer document horizontally or vertically to view different sections at the same time. | Word supports View > Split to divide a window into panes for the same document, and it also supports side-by-side viewing for two documents. | Google Docs official help describes opening other Google products in a side panel within the same window, but it does not describe splitting one document into top-bottom or left-right reading panes. | Notion help focuses on database views and side peek reading in related products, rather than a same-document split reading mode. | Acrobat focuses on comparing two PDF versions and reviewing differences in side-by-side results, rather than splitting one document into two reading panes. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: You can choose horizontal or vertical split directly inside the same document. Distinct: This is convenient for checking distant sections in long documents. | Compared with WPS: Word also provides a split command for the same document, but the official page emphasizes split panes and side-by-side document viewing more broadly. | Compared with WPS: Google's official guidance is centered on side panels for other products, not same-document split reading. | Compared with WPS: Notion emphasizes views and side peek layouts, so the official guidance is less focused on synchronized split reading inside one document. | Compared with WPS: Acrobat is more oriented to version comparison workflows than same-document split browsing. |
| Official Source | — | View files in split and multiple windows | Use Google products side by side | Navigate your inbox | Compare two versions of a PDF file |
Overall Conclusion
If you want to view two parts of the same document at once, WPS Split Window provides a direct in-document workflow with horizontal and vertical split options. Microsoft Word offers a similar split command, while the official Google, Notion, and Adobe pages focus more on side panels, view organization, or document comparison scenarios.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main pain point | How Split Window helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Long document cross-checking | Writers and editors | It takes time to scroll back and forth between distant paragraphs | Use horizontal split to keep two sections visible at the same time |
| 2 | Wide-page comparison | Report and document users | Left-right content is hard to compare in a single view | Use vertical split to compare content in parallel |
| 3 | Data checking | Office users | Notes, figures, or references in different positions need to be checked together | Position each pane at a different location in the same document |
| 4 | Revision review | Proofreaders and reviewers | You need to review context while checking edits | Keep the split active and review another section while editing |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Split Window | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic PDF features | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
| Template downloads | Limited | More advanced templates and additional benefits |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday document reading and basic cross-checking | Free | Split Window itself is available without membership |
| More cloud storage or broader advanced benefits | WPS Premium | Suitable if you also need more storage and additional premium features |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page