WPS Share Image PDF is a feature for converting a PDF into an image-based PDF before sharing on iOS; it includes 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 Image PDF lets you convert a PDF into an image-based PDF and then share it. The converted file is better suited to scenarios where page appearance needs to stay consistent, and it can also reduce the chance of recipients directly editing the main content.
Core tasks include:
- Start image-based PDF sharing from the Share entry inside an open document.
- Start image-based PDF sharing directly from the document list on the WPS home page.
- Choose a sharing channel after the conversion is complete.
This feature is useful for document distribution, layout confirmation, and read-only circulation. After conversion, text usually cannot be copied or searched directly, so it is more suitable for viewing-focused sharing needs.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | An iPhone or iPad that can run WPS Office for iOS normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office so the full sharing entry and share panel are available |
| Network | A working network connection is needed when sharing to third-party apps or online channels |
| Other | Prepare a PDF file that can be opened in WPS and allow the system share sheet to open |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Post-install check | Open WPS, open any PDF, and check whether Share Image PDF appears in the Share menu |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | On iOS, WPS can convert a PDF into an image-based PDF before sharing, which helps keep page display consistent | Official Microsoft guidance focuses on exporting documents as PDF for sharing while preserving formatting | Official Google guidance focuses on downloading documents as PDF files | Official Notion guidance supports exporting pages as PDF and using the mobile share menu after export | Official Adobe guidance supports sharing PDFs by link, email, or third-party apps with access settings |
| Official Source | — | Export Word document as PDF | Needing to download this document as a PDF | Export your content | Share links to PDFs |
Advantage: It provides a direct image-based PDF sharing entry for PDF sharing scenarios and is suitable for read-only circulation
Overall Conclusion
If your main goal is to keep the current PDF pages visually consistent while sharing, WPS Share Image PDF is closely aligned with that workflow. The other products focus more on exporting to PDF or sharing PDFs by link, which fits their own document collaboration flows.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable For | Main Need | Recommended Approach |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Send a confirmed layout | Office users | Recipients need to see a stable page layout | Use Share > Share Image PDF inside the document |
| 2 | Send read-only materials externally | Sales, admin, teachers | The main content should not be edited directly | Convert the PDF to an image-based PDF before sharing |
| 3 | Forward files quickly on mobile | iPhone and iPad users | Complete conversion and sharing on a phone or tablet | Start sharing from the home page document list |
| 4 | Distribute files through different channels | Team members | Choose a sharing destination after conversion | Use the system share sheet after conversion finishes |
| 5 | Send a review copy before archiving | Project members | Freeze the current page content before sending | Generate an image-based PDF and then send it |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Share Image PDF | Available | Available |
| Basic PDF features | Access to basic PDF features | Access to more PDF tools and extended capabilities |
| Cloud storage | 1GB | 20GB |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Occasional image-based PDF sharing | Free | This feature can be used directly and fits light sharing needs |
| Frequent PDF work with more tool needs | WPS Premium | In addition to sharing, it can be combined with more PDF tools and higher cloud storage |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page