Save and Save As in WPS on macOS helps you save the current workbook, use a keyboard shortcut, turn on autosave, and create a new copy with a different name or format; this guide covers 4 core tasks, with 4 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 4 | 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 | 0 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
| Save shortcut | Command+S | Used to quickly save the current workbook |
About This Feature
Overview
Save and Save As is a built-in file management feature in WPS Spreadsheet for Mac. It helps you store the current workbook in a selected location or create a copy with a new file name or file format, which is useful for everyday spreadsheet saving, version retention, and format conversion.
Core tasks include:
- Save a workbook from the File menu and set the file name and location the first time you save it.
- Use Command+S to quickly save current changes.
- Turn on autosave from the menu bar for periodic saving during editing.
- Use Save As to create a new file and choose a WPS spreadsheet file, template file, or another format.
This workflow is useful for routine editing, backup copies, and sharing files in different formats.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Mac device that can run WPS Office for Mac normally |
| App version | The latest version of WPS Office for Mac is recommended |
| Network | No required internet connection for local saving; keep a network connection available if you use cloud-related features |
| Other | Make sure the device has writable local storage space and the required macOS permissions for restricted folders |
Download & Installation
Install WPS Office for Mac before using Save and Save As.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Mac platform notes | The download center provides a Mac version and states support for Apple Silicon and Intel processors |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Spreadsheet and confirm that Save and Save As are available in the File menu |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Supports saving from the File menu, using Command+S for quick saving, turning on autosave, and using Save As to choose a new name, location, and file format. | Word supports File > Save As so you can choose where to save the file, select a file format, rename the file, and save it. | Google Docs and Sheets save changes automatically online, and users can download a copy from File > Download in a selected file type. | Notion focuses more on export and backup workflows, with export options such as PDF, HTML, and Markdown & CSV instead of a traditional spreadsheet Save As workflow. | Acrobat supports saving the current PDF, saving a copy, and exporting PDFs to formats such as Word, XML, and HTML. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS combines menu-based saving, keyboard shortcut saving, autosave, and Save As format selection in one spreadsheet workflow for local editing and version retention. | Compared with WPS: Save As options are clear for document compatibility, but the official page centers on Word document formats rather than spreadsheet autosave in a desktop sheet workflow. | Compared with WPS: Autosave is built into the online workflow, but local Save As behavior depends more on download and export actions than on a desktop spreadsheet file path. | Compared with WPS: Better suited to page export and workspace backup than to saving and versioning local spreadsheet workbooks. | Compared with WPS: Better aligned with PDF save and export tasks than with workbook saving in a spreadsheet editor. |
| Official Source | — | Save a document for earlier versions of Word | Create, view, or download a file | Export your content | Saving PDFs |
Overall Conclusion: If your main goal is to keep spreadsheet edits saved on a Mac and create new versions in different formats, WPS provides a direct desktop workflow with Save, Command+S, autosave, and Save As in one place. Other products are useful for their own strengths, such as online autosave, workspace export, or PDF-focused saving.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main issue | How WPS helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saving edits during daily work | General office users | Recent changes may be lost if the file is not saved in time | Use Save or Command+S to write changes to the current file |
| 2 | Protecting long editing sessions | Finance, operations, students | Long sessions increase the risk of interruption or accidental exit | Turn on autosave to reduce unsaved changes |
| 3 | Keeping multiple versions | Project collaborators | A new version is needed without replacing the original file | Use Save As to create a separate copy |
| 4 | Sharing in another format | Users who exchange files | The recipient may need a different file type | Choose the required format in Save As before saving |
| 5 | Naming a new workbook for the first time | New spreadsheet users | A new file has no name or save location yet | Set the file name and save location the first time you save |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Save and Save As actions in spreadsheets | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic PDF features | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
| Template downloads | Limited | More template benefits |
| Advanced PDF editing and conversion | Limited | More complete related capabilities |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday local editing, saving, and Save As tasks | Free plan | This feature itself does not require membership for basic use |
| More cloud storage, templates, or advanced PDF-related tools | WPS Premium | Better for users who also need broader office capabilities |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page