Export as PDF in WPS on iOS lets you turn Writer documents into PDF files; this guide covers 3 core tasks, including 2 available without membership and 1 membership-related item.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 3 | 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 | 1 | Matches the number of membership-required rows in the index |
| Version limits | None stated | The feature description does not list a version gate |
About This Feature
Overview
Export as PDF helps you convert WPS Writer documents on iPhone or iPad into PDF files for sharing, saving, and printing while keeping document content and layout as consistent as possible across devices.
Core tasks include:
- Share a document as a PDF from the Share entry for quick delivery through apps such as WeChat, email, or WPS collaboration.
- Export a document as a PDF from the More menu and save it to a selected location for archiving or local storage.
- Create a PDF from files or camera scans through Scan on the WPS home screen for paper-to-digital workflows.
Common use cases include mobile document sharing, file archiving, print-ready review, and turning paper materials into digital files.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | Use an iPhone or iPad running an iOS version currently supported by WPS Office |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office for iOS |
| Network | Keep a network connection available for sharing, collaboration, or other online processing scenarios |
| Other | You need to be able to open the source Writer document and have permission to save files to the device or target location |
Source: System Requirements for WPS Office; WPS Office for iOS
Download & Installation
Before using Export as PDF, install WPS Office on your iPhone or iPad.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Installation method | Open the official download page, choose the iPhone or iPad option, and continue to the App Store for installation |
| Post-install check | Launch WPS Office, open a Writer document, and confirm that PDF-related entries appear under Share or More |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Supports sharing a Writer document as PDF, exporting a Writer document to PDF for saving, and creating PDFs through Scan to PDF. | Word officially supports exporting a document as PDF while preserving formatting. | Google official help content commonly points to sending a copy, downloading, or printing to PDF depending on the device and workflow. | Notion officially supports exporting pages as PDF, including a mobile export flow from the page menu. | Adobe officially focuses on exporting existing PDF files into editable formats such as Word, Excel, or RTF, and this service requires a paid subscription. |
| Official Source | — | Export Word document as PDF | Need to save as pdf | Export your content | Export PDFs |
Advantage: One app covers document-to-PDF export, PDF sharing, and scan-to-PDF workflows on iOS.
Overall Conclusion
If you mainly need to turn Writer documents into PDFs, share them quickly, and create PDFs from scans on iOS, WPS keeps these workflows in one app. Notion is more suitable for page-based exports, while Adobe is more focused on converting existing PDF files into editable formats.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable users | Main need | Recommended approach |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Send a finalized document from mobile | Students, sales staff, and admins | Send a fixed-layout file to others | Use Share → Share as PDF |
| 2 | Save a formal copy for records | Office users and project members | Keep a non-editable version | Use More → Export as PDF and save it |
| 3 | Review layout before printing | Teachers and business users | Check layout consistency across devices | Export to PDF before printing or forwarding |
| 4 | Turn paper materials into digital files | Field staff, students, and personal users | Organize paper content digitally | Use Scan → To PDF |
| 5 | Share through multiple channels | Team members and support staff | Send the same file through chat or email | Share the PDF version to reduce format differences |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Share as PDF | ✅ | ✅ |
| Export as PDF and save | ✅ | ✅ |
| Scan to PDF | ❌ Marked as membership required in this workflow | ✅ |
| Additional advanced PDF-related features | May be limited | More PDF-related benefits may be available |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| You occasionally export Writer documents to PDF and share them | Free | It covers the two common document export workflows |
| You often need scan-to-PDF or broader PDF-related capabilities | WPS Premium | It is more suitable for workflows that include membership-only entries and expanded PDF features |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page