Export as PDF in WPS on iOS helps you turn spreadsheet content into PDF files for sharing, printing, and cross-device viewing; this guide covers 2 core tasks, 0 available without membership and 2 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 | 0 | 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
Export as PDF is a spreadsheet export feature in WPS Office for iOS. It lets you convert the current spreadsheet into a PDF file so you can keep the layout stable for sharing, archiving, or printing.
Core tasks include:
- Export the current spreadsheet as PDF: open the export flow from the spreadsheet page and choose to export the active sheet or the active workbook.
- Create a PDF through Scan: use the Scan entry on the home page to turn a file or a camera capture into a PDF.
This feature is useful for document archiving, mobile sharing, and print-ready review. When you need a spreadsheet to look more consistent across devices, PDF is often easier to distribute.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | An iPhone or iPad that can run WPS Office for iOS |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | A network connection is recommended for scan recognition, membership checks, and some conversion flows |
| Other | File access or photo/camera permissions may be required; some features require sign-in and an active membership |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Installation | Install WPS Office on your iOS device and sign in to access related entries |
| Post-install check | Open a spreadsheet, go to More, and confirm that the Export as PDF entry is available |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | On iOS, WPS lets you open Export as PDF directly from a spreadsheet page, choose the active sheet or active workbook, and also create PDFs from the Scan entry. | Microsoft documents an iOS path to export a document or workbook to PDF through File > Export > PDF. | Google Sheets can generate a PDF through its print flow, mainly in browser-based workflows. | Notion lets users export pages or databases as PDF, including on mobile from the page menu. | Adobe Acrobat supports converting files to PDF and focuses on dedicated PDF creation and conversion workflows. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS combines spreadsheet-to-PDF export and scan-to-PDF entry points in one iOS app flow, which is convenient for mobile document handling. | Compared with WPS: Microsoft provides an official iOS PDF export path, but its public guidance focuses on export rather than a combined spreadsheet-and-scan workflow in one lightweight entry. | Compared with WPS: Google can output PDF files, but the path is more tied to print or download steps than an in-app spreadsheet export button. | Compared with WPS: Notion is stronger for page-based content export, while workbook-style spreadsheet export is less central to its workflow. | Compared with WPS: Adobe offers broad PDF conversion workflows, but it is more centered on standalone PDF tooling than direct export from a spreadsheet editing page. |
| Official Source | — | Save or convert to PDF or XPS in Office apps | Print a file | Export your content | Convert files to PDFs |
Overall Conclusion
For mobile spreadsheet-to-PDF tasks, WPS offers a more direct in-app path and also adds a scan-to-PDF option in the same app environment. If your main goal is to turn spreadsheet content into a PDF and save or share it quickly on iPhone or iPad, WPS keeps the workflow more concentrated. Other products may fit better when your work is centered on browser printing, page export, or dedicated PDF toolchains.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable Users | Main Pain Point | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sending reports from mobile | Sales, operations, finance teams | Spreadsheet layout may look different on other devices | Export as PDF before sending |
| 2 | Final review before printing | Teachers, admins, students | Shared spreadsheets may shift in layout | Export the active sheet or workbook before printing |
| 3 | Archiving paper materials | Office workers, students | Paper content is hard to store consistently | Use Scan to create a PDF copy |
| 4 | Saving meeting materials | Project members, managers | A fixed version is needed for later review | Export the current content as PDF and save it |
| 5 | Viewing across platforms | Users working on iPhone, iPad, and desktop | Original spreadsheet compatibility may vary | Share the PDF version for more consistent reading |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free Users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Spreadsheet export as PDF | Availability depends on in-app prompts, and some export options may be limited | Membership-related export capabilities are available |
| Scan to PDF | ❌ | ✅ |
| More PDF tools | Basic access only | More PDF conversion and processing tools |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Occasional document viewing or light handling | Free | Good for getting started and checking the available entries |
| Frequent exporting, scanning, or PDF handling | WPS Premium | Better suited to users who need PDF-related tools more regularly |
| Mobile work with frequent file sharing | WPS Premium | Helps complete export, conversion, and saving tasks on iPhone or iPad |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page