WPS Select & Translate is an online translation feature in WPS Writer; it includes 4 core tasks, with 4 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 4 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 4 | 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
Select & Translate lets you translate selected words, phrases, or sentences in WPS Writer so you can quickly review foreign-language content while reading. You can turn it on from the Review tab, then view translation results from a floating toolbar, a floating result window, or the task pane on the right.
Core capabilities include:
- Turn on Select & Translate from the Review tab.
- Translate selected text and view the result in a floating window or sidebar.
- Set the source and target languages.
- Adjust additional translation settings such as word definitions, translation engine, font size, history sessions, and selection-triggered translation.
Common use cases include reading foreign-language materials, checking bilingual content, working with converted documents, and inserting translated text back into the current file.
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 | An internet connection is required to get translation results |
| Other | Open a WPS Writer document before use; in converted files, some text may affect translation if recognition is incomplete |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Office, open a WPS Writer document, and confirm that the Select & Translate entry is available on the Review tab |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | In WPS Writer, you can turn on Select & Translate, translate selected words, phrases, or sentences, view results in a floating window or sidebar, copy the translation, insert the translation, set languages, and adjust more translation options. | Microsoft Word supports translating selected text from Review > Translate and can insert the translated text in place of the original selection. Internet access and connected experiences are required. | Google Docs officially supports Translate document for full-document translation. If the file is in Microsoft Office editing mode, you need to convert it to Google Docs format first. | Notion AI can translate a page or content from page options or AI actions. Availability depends on the plan and AI access. | Adobe Acrobat can send a PDF to Adobe Express for translation, where you can choose target languages, page scope, and tone while keeping layout-related output options. |
| Official Source | — | Translate text into a different language | Translate documents or write in a different language | What is Notion AI? | Translate text using Adobe Express in Acrobat |
Advantage: WPS focuses on selected-text translation inside the writing workflow, with a task pane, floating results, language settings, and additional translation controls for quick in-document work.
Overall Conclusion
WPS is a practical fit when you want to translate selected content directly while editing or reading in a word processor. Microsoft also supports selected-text translation, while Google Docs is more centered on full-document translation. Notion and Adobe are more aligned with AI workspace and PDF translation scenarios.
Source: Microsoft Support; Google Docs Help; Notion Help Center; Adobe Help Center
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable users | Main challenge | How this feature helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reading foreign-language contracts or materials | Office users, students | Switching to external translation tools too often | Translate selected text directly in the document |
| 2 | Checking bilingual content | Editors, translation collaborators | Comparing original and translated text quickly | View results in the task pane and copy or insert the translation |
| 3 | Working with converted documents | Users receiving external files | Some text may fail to translate because of recognition issues | Adjust the text and translate again |
| 4 | Adjusting translation preferences | Users who read foreign-language documents for long periods | Switching languages or viewing more explanation | Change languages, definitions, engine, and history in the translation window |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
Select & Translate itself does not require membership. The WPS Office pricing page shows that WPS Standard is the free plan, while WPS Pro+ includes additional advanced capabilities and more cloud storage.
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Select & Translate use | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Core WPS document features | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
| Template downloads | Limited | More download access |
| Some advanced tools | Depends on the feature | More advanced capabilities available |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Occasional reading of foreign-language documents with partial translation needs | Free plan | This feature can be used directly without an extra subscription |
| Need more cloud storage or additional advanced tools | WPS Premium | Suitable for users who want broader document tools and account benefits |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page