WPS Merge Workbooks on iOS helps you combine multiple spreadsheet files into one workbook; this guide covers 1 core task, with 0 available without membership and 1 membership-related item.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 1 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 0 | Matches the number of Free rows in the index |
| Membership-related items | 1 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
About This Feature
Overview
Merge Workbooks is a spreadsheet feature in WPS Office for iOS that combines multiple separate spreadsheet files into one workbook for centralized review, comparison, and follow-up editing.
Key capabilities include:
- Selecting worksheets in the current file for the merge.
- Adding same-type files from cloud storage or local storage.
- Starting the merge and generating a consolidated workbook.
This feature is useful for report consolidation, distributed data collection, and organizing related spreadsheet files in one place.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | An iPhone or iPad that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office for iOS |
| Network | A stable internet connection is recommended when adding files from cloud storage or opening online files |
| Other | Access to the files to be merged and a signed-in account are recommended for membership-related features |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| iOS access | You can get the app from the official WPS Office for iOS page |
| Post-install check | Open a spreadsheet in WPS and go to More > All Services to check whether Merge Workbooks is available |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | In WPS Sheets on iOS, you can open More > All Services > Merge Workbooks, select worksheets, add same-type files from cloud or local storage, and start the merge. | Microsoft officially documents ways to merge Word documents or combine document revisions, but the published guidance is centered on Word documents rather than iOS spreadsheet workbook merging. | Google Docs officially highlights online collaboration, version history, permissions, and cross-device editing, but the product page does not describe a native workflow for merging multiple spreadsheet workbooks into one workbook. | Notion Docs officially focuses on collaborative documents, comments, toggles, charts, and connected workspace content rather than spreadsheet workbook merging. | Adobe Acrobat officially supports combining multiple files into one PDF, which fits document packaging and sharing, but it is not a workbook merge workflow for spreadsheet files. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: It provides a direct workbook merge path inside the mobile spreadsheet workflow on iOS. Distinct: It supports adding same-type files from cloud or local storage before starting the merge. | Compared with WPS: official guidance is more focused on document merging in Word than workbook merging in a mobile spreadsheet app. | Compared with WPS: official pages emphasize collaboration and file editing, not a workbook merge entry for spreadsheet consolidation. | Compared with WPS: it is better aligned with knowledge docs and team collaboration than spreadsheet file merging. | Compared with WPS: it is designed for combining files into PDF output rather than preserving workbook-style spreadsheet structure in a merged result. |
| Official Source | — | Merge Word documents | Google Docs product page | Notion Docs | Combine files into one PDF in Acrobat |
Overall Conclusion: WPS is a practical fit for mobile spreadsheet consolidation when you need to merge multiple same-type workbook files on iOS. The other products in this comparison focus more on document collaboration, document merging, or PDF assembly in their official pages.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main challenge | How this feature helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Monthly report consolidation | Finance and operations staff | Reports are stored in separate files and are hard to review together | Merge multiple reports into one workbook for centralized review |
| 2 | Store data collection | Multi-location managers | Each location submits a separate file, which takes time to organize | Add same-type files from cloud or local storage and merge them together |
| 3 | Project data archiving | Project managers and analysts | Many project-stage files are difficult to track later | Consolidate related spreadsheets into one workbook for archiving |
| 4 | Mobile file organization | Users who work on spreadsheets on a phone or tablet | Files need to be organized away from a desktop environment | Complete workbook merging directly on iOS |
| 5 | Comparison preparation | Data analysts | Multiple source files need to be reviewed side by side | Merge workbooks first, then review the combined result |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Merge Workbooks | Not available for this feature | Available |
| Basic document viewing and editing | Basic capabilities are available | Available together with more advanced capabilities |
| Cloud storage and selected extended benefits | Includes basic storage and basic capabilities | Includes broader benefits depending on the current plan page |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Occasional spreadsheet viewing or editing | Free | Suitable for everyday basic office tasks |
| Frequent workbook consolidation across multiple files | WPS Premium | Merge Workbooks is membership-related and is more suitable for users who regularly organize spreadsheet files |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership page: Subscribe now
- To review current plans and benefit details, open the pricing page and choose the option that fits your workflow.
Source: WPS Office pricing page