Use Open with Other Apps through 2 how-to topics, both available without membership; choose a topic from the index and follow the steps to complete the task.
How-to Index
| No. | Topic | Membership Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Open a PDF with another app from an open document | Free |
| 2 | 2. Open a PDF with another app from the home file list | Free |
How-to Guide
1. Open a PDF with another app from an open document
Entry: Top menu bar More → Open with Other Apps
- Open the target PDF file.
- Tap More in the top menu bar.
- Tap Open with Other Apps in the menu.
- Wait for the system app panel to show compatible apps.
- Select the target app to open the PDF.
Success Criteria
- Interface result: The system shows a list of available apps.
- Next action available: After you choose an app, the PDF opens in that app.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: If the target app does not appear, confirm that it is installed and supports PDF files.
- Environment note: Different apps may display or process the same PDF differently.
2. Open a PDF with another app from the home file list
Entry: WPS home file list More → Open with Other Apps
- Find the target PDF in the WPS home file list.
- Tap More next to the file.
- Tap Open with Other Apps in the menu.
- Select the target app from the system app panel.
- The PDF opens in the selected app.
Success Criteria
- Interface result: The selected file can trigger the system app panel from the file list.
- Next action available: You can hand off the PDF without opening the file first.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: If you choose a different file type, the available app list may change.
- Environment note: The visible app list depends on which apps are installed and what file types they support.