Share After Compression in WPS on iOS lets you compress a document before sending it; this guide covers 3 core tasks, with 0 available without membership and 3 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 3 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 0 | Matches the number of Free rows in the index |
| Membership-related items | 3 | Matches the number of membership-required rows in the index |
| Version limit | None stated | The feature description notes no version restriction |
About This Feature
Overview
Share After Compression in WPS Writer for iOS lets you compress a document into a smaller package before sending it through a sharing destination. It is useful when you need to transfer larger files more easily from a mobile device.
Core tasks include:
- Start Share After Compression from the Share entry in an open document.
- Start Share After Compression from the Share entry in the WPS home document list.
- Rename the compressed package after compression and send it through destinations such as WPS Collaboration, WeChat, or email.
Common use cases include sending documents with many images, forwarding files quickly from a phone or tablet, and sharing a compressed package through email or messaging apps.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | Use an iPhone or iPad that can run WPS Office for iOS |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | A working network connection is needed when sharing to online services or third-party apps |
| Other | Sign in with an available account, keep membership access active, and make sure the device has enough storage space to create the compressed package |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS, open a document, and check whether the Share menu includes the Share After Compression entry |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | In WPS Writer for iOS, you can start Share After Compression from a document page or from the home document list, compress the file, save it automatically, and then continue to a sharing destination. | Microsoft officially documents link sharing for Office files and also documents file compression for smaller attachments, but no equivalent built-in Share After Compression flow was identified for Word on iOS in the referenced pages. | Google officially documents file sharing and permission control on iPhone and iPad, but no built-in compress-then-share flow was identified in the referenced help pages. | Notion officially documents page sharing through invites, copied links, and web publishing, with a focus on permissions and page access. | Adobe Acrobat officially documents sharing PDFs through links, email, and third-party apps, with access and commenting controls. |
| Official Source | — | Reduce attachment size to send large files with Outlook | Share files from Google Drive - iPhone & iPad | Share your work | Share PDF links in Acrobat |
Advantage: WPS combines compression, automatic saving, and follow-up sharing in one mobile flow for document sending.
Overall Conclusion
WPS is a practical fit when you want to reduce file size and send a document from iOS in one continuous flow. If your main priority is link-based collaboration, page publishing, or PDF review permissions, the sharing methods in other products may also fit those workflows.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable Users | Main Need | How WPS Helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Send documents with many images | Students, teachers, and office users | The original file is large and not convenient to send directly | Use Share After Compression to create a compressed package before sending |
| 2 | Forward files quickly in chat apps | Mobile workers | File forwarding needs to be completed quickly on a phone | Start the compression-sharing flow from the document page or the home document list |
| 3 | Send attachments by email | Business users | Large attachments are less convenient to send directly | Compress the file first, then choose email from More |
| 4 | Share an archived copy of a document | Team members | A compressed package is easier to store and forward | Rename the compressed package before sharing |
| 5 | Handle temporary sharing needs while away from a computer | Individual users | Compression and sharing must be completed on a mobile device | Complete both steps directly on iOS |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Share After Compression | Not available | Available |
| Basic PDF features | Available | Available |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Occasional document viewing and basic document handling | Free | Suitable for everyday document work and basic features |
| Frequent use of Share After Compression or other advanced tools | WPS Premium | Includes membership features and higher cloud storage |
How to Subscribe
- Open the membership page: Subscribe to WPS Premium
Source: WPS Office pricing page