This FAQ covers 5 common questions and 4 glossary terms to help with unsaved document recovery, format output, cloud versus local differences, and save failures.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I recover a document if I closed it without saving?
- If auto-save was enabled, reopen WPS and check the recovered document list.
- You can also look in the Backup Center from the WPS home settings area for content that was not saved manually.
- To reduce future loss, shorten the auto-save interval if needed.
What should I do if the layout looks different after saving as PDF?
- Check the layout in Print Preview first.
- For complex documents, review fonts, page breaks, and object positions before export.
- Open the PDF after export and confirm the display result.
What is the difference between a cloud document and a local document?
- Cloud documents support auto-save, cross-device sync, online collaboration, and version rollback.
- Local documents are stored on the current device and are more suitable for offline use.
- Choose the save location based on whether you need sync or collaboration.
What should I check first if saving fails?
- Read the prompt message first to see whether the issue is related to the path, permissions, or storage space.
- Check whether the target location still has enough available space.
- If needed, try another local path or save to cloud documents.
Can I output a new document directly in another format?
- Yes.
- Open File and use Save As to choose the target format.
- Complete the save to generate the corresponding file.
Glossary
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Save | Writes the current document changes to an existing file, or creates a file during the first save. |
| Save As | Creates another file with a new name, path, or format while keeping the original file. |
| Cloud Documents | Documents stored in cloud space for sync, collaboration, and version review. |
| Save as type | The target file format selected in the Save As window, such as .docx, .pdf, or .txt. |