How to Use WPS Scan Input on iOS

Last updated:July 16, 2026

Use Scan Input through 3 how-to topics, all of which are membership-related; choose an entry point from the index, then complete capture, recognition, and conversion into the worksheet.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership Requirement
11. Start Scan Input from ToolsWPS Premium required
22. Open Scan Input from the cell input boxWPS Premium required
33. Add a document or photo library item on the recognition pageWPS Premium required

How-to Guide

1. Start Scan Input from Tools

Entry path: Tools > Insert > Scan Input

  1. Open WPS Spreadsheet.
  2. Tap the Tools tab at the bottom of the screen.
  3. Open the Insert section.
  4. Tap Scan Input.
  5. The camera opens automatically. Capture the content you want to enter.
  6. Review the recognized result shown on screen.
  7. Tap Start Conversion to place the result into the worksheet.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: A recognized result appears, and the converted content is placed into the worksheet.
  • What you can do next: You can continue editing the filled cells.

Tips While Using

  • Permissions or membership: This topic requires WPS Premium.
  • Environment notes: Allow camera access before first use.
  • Common mistakes: Blurry, reflective, or incomplete captures can affect recognition results.

2. Open Scan Input from the cell input box

Entry path: Double-tap a cell > Scan Input in the upper-left area of the input box

  1. Open WPS Spreadsheet.
  2. Double-tap the target cell to open the input box.
  3. Tap Scan Input in the upper-left area of the input box.
  4. The camera opens automatically. Capture the content you want to enter.
  5. Review the recognized result shown on screen.
  6. Tap Start Conversion to place the result into the current input location.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: The Scan Input flow opens from the input box.
  • What you can do next: After conversion, you can continue editing the current cell.

Tips While Using

  • Permissions or membership: This topic requires WPS Premium.
  • Common mistakes: If you do not select the target cell first, content may be entered in the wrong place.
  • Environment notes: A stable network is recommended during recognition and conversion.

3. Add a document or photo library item on the recognition page

Entry path: Scan Input page > Add Document / Photo Library

  1. Enter the Scan Input recognition page from either entry point.
  2. On the capture page, choose Add Document or Photo Library.
  3. Select the material you want to convert and enter.
  4. Wait for the recognized result to appear.
  5. Tap Start Conversion to place the result into the worksheet.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: The selected material is recognized and displayed.
  • What you can do next: After conversion, you can review and edit the worksheet content.

Tips While Using

  • Permissions or membership: This topic requires WPS Premium.
  • Environment notes: Allow access to files or photos before importing materials.
  • Common mistakes: If the source material is cropped incompletely, part of the result may be missing.