When you use Open Files with Other Apps in WPS on Android, the most common issues fall into 3 categories: missing target apps, formatting changes after opening, and file opening failures. This FAQ includes 3 common questions and a glossary.
FAQ
Why can't I find the target app when I try to open the file?
- Make sure the target app that supports the file format is installed on your device.
- Return to WPS and run Open with Other Apps again.
- If the app still does not appear, check whether it is associated with the file type on your device.
Why does the formatting change after the file opens in another app?
- Check whether the target app fully supports the styles, formulas, or objects in the current spreadsheet.
- Try opening the file again in an app that is better suited to the format.
- If layout consistency is important, view the file in an office app with stronger compatibility for that format.
Why does the file fail to open in another app?
- Check whether the target app version is outdated.
- Confirm that the target app supports the current file format.
- If needed, convert the file to a format that the target app uses more commonly and try again.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| App chooser | The Android system panel that lets you choose which app should continue opening the current file. |
| File format compatibility | The degree to which different apps can read, display, and edit the same file type. |
| Read-only viewing | A mode in which the target app can open the file content but does not allow editing or saving changes. |