WPS Revision is a review feature for tracking and viewing document edits; it includes 6 core tasks, with 6 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 6 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 6 | 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
Revision in WPS Writer records edit traces such as insertions, deletions, and formatting changes, making it easier to review document updates and identify reviewer information. When Revision is turned on, later edits continue to be recorded. When it is turned off, new edits are no longer added to the revision record.
Core tasks include:
- Turn Revision on to start recording later edits.
- Turn Revision off to stop recording new edit traces.
- View revision content to identify insertions, deletions, and formatting changes.
- Change the revision display mode to switch between review views.
- Open Revision Options to adjust display content and color settings.
- Review with others by switching to online mode and sharing the document for collaborative review.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Windows device that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | No mandatory requirement for local revision viewing and switching; online collaboration requires an internet connection |
| Other | For shared collaboration, signing in to a WPS account is recommended and the document should open normally for editing |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Writer, go to the Review tab, and confirm that Revision-related entries are available |
- Open the official download page and download the Windows installer.
- Run the installer and complete the setup by following the on-screen instructions.
- Start WPS Office, open a Writer document, and check the Review tab for Revision entries.
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Turn Revision on or off from the Review tab, view insertions, deletions, and formatting changes, switch display modes, and start collaborative review online. | Word Track Changes can be turned on or off from the Review tab, records edits by author, and supports accepting or rejecting changes plus switching markup views. | Google Docs Suggesting lets users propose edits without changing the original text, shows deletions with strikethrough, and supports accepting or rejecting suggestions. | Notion provides suggested edits and version history so users can review page history, accept or reject suggestions, and restore earlier versions. | Adobe Acrobat focuses on PDF review and comment tracking, with shared review workflows and review progress tracking. |
| Official Source | — | Track changes in Word | Suggest edits in Google Docs | Notion 2.43: Suggested edits + new Notion AI features; Delete & restore content | Track shared PDF reviews |
Advantage: Revision controls, display switching, and collaboration entry points are available directly in the Writer review workflow.
Overall Conclusion
WPS Revision fits document-by-document review workflows in a word processor, especially when you need to inspect edit traces, switch display modes, and invite others into a shared review flow. If your work is centered on browser-based suggestions, page history, or PDF comment management, the other tools may fit those scenarios more closely.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable For | Main Pain Point | How Revision Helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Contract review | Legal and administrative teams | Changes must be checked clearly before approval | Turn Revision on and inspect insertions and deletions |
| 2 | Thesis revision | Students and teachers | Different rounds of edits need to be compared | Switch display modes to compare original and final states |
| 3 | Team draft collaboration | Editors and project members | Multi-person edits are hard to trace | Use Review with Others to share the document online |
| 4 | Formatting verification | Office staff and layout editors | Formatting changes are easy to miss | Check formatting changes in the revision area |
| 5 | Review preference setup | Frequent reviewers | Default display settings may not fit the current task | Adjust display content and colors in Revision Options |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
Revision itself is available without a membership limit in the current Windows workflow. If you want to review broader subscription benefits across WPS Office, check the official pricing page.
| Capability | Free Users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Turn Revision on and off | ✅ | ✅ |
| View revision content | ✅ | ✅ |
| Switch display modes | ✅ | ✅ |
| Other advanced benefits | Depends on the current account and available features | Depends on the selected subscription plan |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday document revision and review | Free | This feature can complete the core revision workflow without membership |
| Users who also need broader paid benefits | WPS Premium | Suitable when you want one subscription for additional WPS capabilities |
How to Subscribe
- To review available membership plans, visit: Subscribe to WPS Premium
Source: WPS Office pricing page