WPS Create New Document on Android helps you start a blank document, create from a template, continue from an imported file, or generate a new file from an image scan; this guide covers 4 core tasks, with 1 available without membership and 3 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 | 1 | Matches the number of Free rows in the How-to Index |
| Membership-related items | 3 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the How-to Index |
| Version limits | None specified | Use the currently available installable version |
About This Feature
Overview
Create New Document is the entry feature in WPS Office for Android for starting Writer documents on a phone. It supports quick writing from a blank page, starting from a template, continuing from an imported file, and turning image content into an editable document.
Core tasks include:
- Create a blank document: open a new editable Writer file directly from the home screen for quick notes, drafting, and mobile writing.
- Create from a template: browse or search templates and generate a new document for resumes, contracts, reports, and similar scenarios.
- Create from an imported file: open a local, recent, or cloud file and continue editing on mobile.
- Create by scanning an image: use Convert to Word to recognize text in an image and generate a new editable file.
Common scenarios include mobile work, class notes, contract drafting, and digitizing paper materials.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | An Android device that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | The latest version of WPS Office is recommended |
| Network | Keep a network connection for template browsing, template preview, and some online conversion tasks |
| Other | Camera or storage permissions may be required for scanning and image import; membership-related features require a signed-in account |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Installation | Open the official download page, choose the Android option, and complete installation |
| Post-install check | Open the WPS home screen and confirm that the "+" button and entries such as Writer and Scan are available |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | On Android, WPS supports creating a blank Writer document, creating from templates, continuing from imported files, and generating a new file from image-to-Word conversion. | Microsoft Word support states that users can create a document from scratch or from a template, then add text, images, and other content. | Google Docs Help for Android states that users can use Google-created templates such as resumes, budgets, and order forms. | Notion Help states that users can create a new page on mobile and start writing right away; template-based starting options are described more fully for desktop and web. | Adobe mobile pages focus on scanning paper documents into PDFs, then viewing, signing, sharing, and using OCR-related PDF workflows. |
| Official Source | — | Source: Create a document in Word | Source: Use templates - Android - Google Docs Editors Help | Source: Create a page – Notion Help Center | Source: Free Adobe mobile apps for iPhone & Android | Adobe Acrobat |
Advantage: WPS combines blank creation, template-based creation, file import, and image-to-Word generation in one mobile workflow.
Overall Conclusion
If your main goal is to start writing quickly on Android, reuse templates, and continue editing existing files in one app flow, WPS offers a more centralized entry path. Google Docs is a practical option for Google-created templates, Notion fits page-based note workflows, and Adobe is more aligned with scan-to-PDF tasks.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable Users | Main Pain Point | How WPS Helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Quick drafting | Students and office users | Need to capture ideas quickly on a phone | Use "+ → Writer → Blank" to open a new editable page |
| 2 | Starting from a ready-made layout | Job seekers and administrative users | Formatting from scratch takes time | Search a template such as a resume, contract, or report and create from it |
| 3 | Continuing existing materials | Users who edit files on the go | The content already exists in local or cloud storage | Use "Scan → File Import" to open the target file and continue editing |
| 4 | Turning image materials into documents | Teachers, students, and office users | Paper or image content is hard to reuse | Use "Scan → Convert to Word" to recognize text and generate a new file |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Create a blank document | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Template usage | Some templates are available, while some require membership | Access to more template resources |
| Create from imported files | ❌ Membership required | ✅ Available |
| Scan images to Word | ❌ Membership required | ✅ Available |
| Cloud storage | 1GB | 20GB |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Occasional document creation and basic editing | Free | Enough for starting blank documents and basic writing |
| Frequent use of templates for resumes, contracts, or reports | WPS Premium | Gives access to more template resources and reduces repeated formatting work |
| Frequent file import or image-to-document workflows | WPS Premium | These tasks are membership-related and fit users who regularly organize materials |
How to Subscribe
- Subscription page: Get WPS Premium
- Review the plan comparison before subscribing to choose the option that fits your workflow.
Source: WPS Office pricing page