WPS Print helps you print documents and review print layout on macOS; this guide covers 2 core tasks, with 2 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 2 | 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 | 0 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
About This Feature
Overview
Print in WPS Writer on macOS lets you send the current document to a printer and check the page result before printing.
Core tasks include:
- Print a document: Open the print dialog from the File menu, then choose the printer, copies, and page range before printing.
- Print preview: Review page layout, margins, and page breaks before printing, and use zoom controls to inspect the preview.
This feature is useful when you need paper output, want to confirm layout before printing, or need to print selected pages or multiple copies.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Mac device that can run WPS Office for Mac normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office for Mac |
| Network | Local printing does not require a constant internet connection; downloading, installation, and account-related actions require network access |
| Other | Connect the Mac to an available printer and make sure the printer driver and system print service work properly |
Download & Installation
Install WPS Office for Mac before using Print.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Post-install check | Open WPS Writer, open any document, and confirm that the Print entry is available in the File menu |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | In WPS Writer, you can open Print from the File menu, choose a printer, set copies and page range, and review print preview before output. | Word for Mac lets you open File > Print, preview pages, choose copies, print selected pages, and use two-sided settings when supported. | Google Docs can print files in supported browsers and can also print as PDF; pageless documents may appear differently in preview. | Notion supports browser-based page printing through File > Print, while the desktop app requires exporting to PDF first and then printing the file. | Acrobat Reader lets you print PDFs through File > Print, choose page ranges, review preview, and use duplex settings when the printer supports them. |
| Official Source | — | Print a document in Word for Mac | Print a file | Export your content | Print PDFs |
Advantage: document editing and printing stay in the same writing workspace; both printing and print preview are available directly in the document workflow.
Overall Conclusion
WPS works well when you want to move from editing to printing in one document workflow on macOS. If your work is centered on browser documents, exported pages, or PDF-specific printing, the other tools may fit those workflows more directly.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main need | How Print helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Everyday paper output | Office staff | Print notices, contracts, or instructions quickly | Use File > Print to choose the printer, copies, and page range, then print directly |
| 2 | Layout check before printing | Editors and administrative staff | Confirm margins, page breaks, and layout before paper output | Open print preview first, then print after checking the page result |
| 3 | Partial printing in long documents | Teachers and students | Print only selected pages instead of the whole file | Set the page range in the print dialog |
| 4 | Multiple copies for distribution | Front desk and event staff | Output several copies of the same document at one time | Set the number of copies in the print dialog |
| 5 | Paper filing preparation | Finance and legal staff | Confirm that the printed version is complete before filing | Review preview first, then print after checking page completeness |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
Print on macOS is available without a membership. If you also need broader PDF editing, conversion, templates, or more cloud storage, you can choose whether to upgrade based on your account plan.
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Document printing | Available | Available |
| Print preview | Available | Available |
| Basic PDF features | Available | Available |
| More PDF editing and conversion tools | Limited by plan scope | More complete tool access |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Daily document printing and preview only | Free plan | The current Print feature does not require membership for basic use |
| Frequent document output plus broader PDF tools and cloud storage | WPS Premium | Suitable for users who often print, convert, and store documents |
How to Subscribe
- To upgrade, visit: Subscribe to WPS Premium
Source: WPS Office pricing page