WPS create new document on macOS helps you start a blank spreadsheet or begin from a template; this guide covers 6 core tasks, with 4 available without membership and 2 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 6 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 4 | Matches the number of Free rows in the index |
| Membership-related items | 2 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
About This Feature
Overview
Create New Document in WPS Spreadsheets for macOS lets you start a new workbook quickly. You can create a blank spreadsheet from the home screen, open a new file from the File menu while another workbook is already open, add a new spreadsheet from the tab bar, or use the Command + N shortcut. If you want a ready-made layout, you can also start from an online template or a local template.
Core tasks include:
- Create a blank spreadsheet from the home screen.
- Create a new spreadsheet from the File menu.
- Add a new spreadsheet from the tab bar.
- Use Command + N to create a blank spreadsheet.
- Start from an online template.
- Start from a local template.
This feature is useful for quick data entry, temporary reports, repeated workbook creation, and template-based spreadsheet work on Mac.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Mac device that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office for Mac |
| Network | No required network connection for blank spreadsheets; online templates require internet access |
| Other | Signing in to a WPS account is recommended when using online templates or synced resources |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Office and confirm that the New entry is visible on the home screen |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Supports creating a blank spreadsheet, starting from online or local templates, creating from an existing window, and using Command + N on macOS. | Word lets users create a document from scratch or from a template through File > New. | Google Docs lets users start from a blank page and also use templates and building blocks. | Notion lets users create a new page from the sidebar and choose different page types or a blank page. | Acrobat lets users create a blank PDF from scratch and also create PDFs from other file formats. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS combines a home-screen entry, File menu entry, tab-bar plus button, keyboard shortcut, and template-based creation in one spreadsheet workspace on Mac. | Compared with WPS: the official page focuses on blank documents and templates, and does not highlight a tab-based new-file entry in the same way. | Compared with WPS: the official page focuses more on online document creation, templates, building blocks, and collaboration. | Compared with WPS: page creation is centered on notes, databases, and workspace organization rather than spreadsheet workbook creation. | Compared with WPS: the official workflow is centered on PDF creation and conversion rather than spreadsheet workbook creation. |
| Official Source | — | Create a document in Word | Google Docs product page | Creating a page | Create a blank PDF in Acrobat on desktop |
Overall Conclusion
If your main task is creating spreadsheet workbooks on macOS and switching between home, menu, shortcut, and template entry points, WPS provides a workflow that fits everyday spreadsheet work well. Microsoft, Google, Notion, and Adobe each focus on different document models such as word processing, online collaboration, workspace pages, or PDF creation.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable For | Main Need | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Start a blank spreadsheet quickly | General office users | Need to enter data right away | Create a blank spreadsheet from the home screen |
| 2 | Add another workbook while editing | Multitasking users | Do not want to leave the current file | Use the File menu or tab-bar plus button |
| 3 | Keyboard-first workflow | Frequent data-entry users | Want fewer mouse actions | Use Command + N |
| 4 | Start from a ready-made layout | Users making reports or lists | Formatting from scratch takes time | Use an online template |
| 5 | Use a saved company template | Users with local template files | Templates are stored on the device | Start from a local template |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Create a blank spreadsheet | ✅ | ✅ |
| Create with keyboard shortcut | ✅ | ✅ |
| Template downloads | Limited template downloads | More template access |
| Premium template resources | Depends on template permissions | Included with broader access |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Occasional blank spreadsheet creation and simple records | Free | Covers blank document creation and basic editing needs |
| Frequent template use and broader resource access | WPS Premium | Better suited to repeated template-based work and expanded benefits |
How to Subscribe
- Subscribe here: Open WPS membership
Source: WPS Office pricing page