WPS Share File is a PDF file-sharing feature on iOS; this guide covers 2 core tasks, with 2 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 2 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 2 | 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
Share File lets you send a PDF as a file to another person from WPS on iOS. It is useful when you want to keep the PDF in file form and send it through email, messaging apps, or other apps that support file attachments.
Core tasks include:
- Start file sharing from an open PDF.
- Start file sharing from the WPS Home document list.
This feature is suitable for sending materials, passing files to other apps, and submitting or forwarding PDFs as attachments.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | Use an iPhone or iPad that can open the iOS share sheet normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office for iOS |
| Network | Opening the local share sheet usually does not require a network connection, but sending through email, messaging, or cloud services does |
| Other | Your device should have a target app that can receive files, and WPS should have the required sharing or file access permissions |
Download & Installation
Before using this feature, install WPS Office on your iOS device.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Installation method | Open the official download page, choose the iOS version, and follow the on-screen instructions |
| Post-installation check | Open WPS Office, enter a PDF, and confirm that sharing-related options are available |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | You can choose Share File from an open PDF or from the Home document list to send a PDF through the system share sheet or another app. | Word for iOS can share a file by link or send a copy as an attachment. | Google Docs on iPhone and iPad supports sharing files and folders, and supports uploading and downloading files. | Notion mobile can export content and then use the mobile share menu to send the exported file or link. | Acrobat on iPhone can send a PDF from the app and also supports sharing through iPhone sharing options. |
| Official Source | — | Share a file | How to use Google Docs | Export your content | Share PDF on iPhone |
Advantage: It focuses on direct PDF file sending on iOS, with entry points both inside an open document and from the Home list.
Overall Conclusion
WPS Share File is well suited to sending the current PDF directly to another app or contact on iOS. If your main goal is to send a PDF as an attachment and you want quick entry points from either the document view or the Home list, WPS provides a focused workflow for that task.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable Users | Main Need | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Send contracts or reference files | Office users | Send the original PDF file to a colleague or client | Use Share > Share File from the document page |
| 2 | Forward a file quickly from Home | Users who handle many documents | Share a file without opening it first | Tap Share on the WPS Home document list and choose Share File |
| 3 | Submit a PDF to another app | Students and administrative users | Send a PDF to email, chat, or another app | Use the iOS share sheet and choose the target app |
| 4 | Keep the file format unchanged | Users sending formal documents | Preserve the PDF file format during transfer | Send the PDF directly with Share File |
| 5 | Forward files while mobile | Users working away from a desk | Complete file sharing on a phone | Finish the sharing flow directly on iOS |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Share PDF as a file | Yes | Yes |
| Basic PDF reading | Yes | Yes |
| More advanced PDF tools | Some features may depend on version and benefits | More PDF-related tools are generally available |
| Cloud storage | 1GB | 20GB |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Occasional PDF file sharing | Free | This feature is available for everyday attachment sharing |
| Frequent PDF work with more advanced needs | WPS Premium | In addition to file sharing, it can fit broader PDF workflows and higher cloud storage needs |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page