Use WPS Crop with 3 how-to topics, including cropping an image, cropping by aspect ratio, and using a crop mask; choose a topic from the index and follow the entry point and steps.
How-to Index
| # | Topic | Membership |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Crop an Image | WPS Premium required |
| 2 | 2. Crop by Aspect Ratio | WPS Premium required |
| 3 | 3. Use a Crop Mask | WPS Premium required |
How-to Guide
1. Crop an Image
Entry point: Picture Edit tab → Crop
- Select the image you want to crop.
- Click the Picture Edit tab on the top menu bar.
- Click the Crop button on the toolbar.
- Wait for the crop frame to appear around the image.
- Drag the crop frame to adjust the visible area you want to keep.
- Click a blank area in the document, or press Enter to confirm the crop.
Success Criteria
- UI state: The visible area of the image updates based on the crop frame.
- Next actions: You can continue moving the image, crop it again, or save the document.
Tips While Using
- Common mistakes: If the image is not selected first, the Crop button may not work as expected.
- Membership: This task requires PDF editing access through WPS Premium.
2. Crop by Aspect Ratio
Entry point: Picture Edit tab → Crop → Ratio options
- Select the image, then click Crop.
- Choose the preset ratio you need from the ratio options.
- Depending on your layout, choose free crop, 1:1, 4:3, 16:9, or another ratio.
- Adjust the crop frame position.
- Confirm the crop.
Success Criteria
- UI state: The crop frame follows the selected aspect ratio.
- Next actions: You can fine-tune the position and save the result.
Tips While Using
- Common mistakes: Choosing a ratio without repositioning the frame may leave the subject off-center.
- Membership: This task requires PDF editing access through WPS Premium.
3. Use a Crop Mask
Entry point: Picture Edit tab → Crop → Mask options
- Select the image and click Crop.
- Choose the mask style you want from the mask options.
- Select a rectangular mask, circular mask, or custom mask.
- Adjust the mask position and size.
- Confirm the setting.
Success Criteria
- UI state: The image displays with the selected mask style.
- Next actions: You can continue adjusting the layout, replace the image, or save the PDF.
Tips While Using
- Common mistakes: A mask that does not match the subject may hide important content.
- Membership: This task requires PDF editing access through WPS Premium.