WPS Version History is a version viewing and recovery feature for WPS Sheets on Android; it includes 6 core tasks, with 6 available without membership and 0 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 | 6 | Matches the number of Free rows in the index |
| Membership-related items | 0 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
About This Feature
Overview
Version History is a document version management feature in WPS Office for Android Sheets. It lets you view the history of a cloud document and rename, preview, restore, save as, or delete a selected version.
Core tasks include:
- Open Version History: Go to the version list from Backup & Restore.
- Rename a version: Add a clearer name to an important milestone for easier identification later.
- Preview a version: Review older content before deciding what to do next.
- Restore a version: Return the current file to a selected earlier state.
- Save a version as a new file: Keep the current file and create a separate copy from an older version.
- Delete a version: Remove versions you no longer need to keep the list easier to manage.
This feature is useful for rolling back accidental edits, keeping milestone records, checking earlier content after collaboration, and cleaning up old version records.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | An Android device that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | A working network connection is needed to open Version History and view cloud version records |
| Other | The file must be saved to WPS Cloud Documents; files not saved to the cloud cannot use Version History |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Post-install Check | Launch WPS Office, open a cloud-based spreadsheet file, tap the top-right "≡" icon, and check whether Version History appears under Backup & Restore |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | On Android, WPS lets you view version history for cloud-based spreadsheet files and supports renaming, previewing, restoring, saving as and opening, and deleting versions. The file must be stored in WPS Cloud Documents. | Microsoft 365 lets users view and restore previous file versions, but the official guidance states that the file must be stored in OneDrive or SharePoint. | Google Docs and Sheets let users view earlier versions, restore older versions, copy earlier versions, and create named versions. | Notion provides page version history and lets users review and restore earlier page versions, with editor and time information shown in the history. | Adobe Acrobat official help content focuses on desktop product updates and PDF workflows, and the cited page does not describe a matching cloud spreadsheet version-history workflow like WPS. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS provides a direct Android workflow for spreadsheet version management. Distinct: the same version list supports rename, preview, restore, save as, and delete actions. | Compared with WPS: Microsoft emphasizes OneDrive or SharePoint storage requirements in its official guidance, with less focus on an Android spreadsheet-specific entry path in the cited page. | Compared with WPS: Google offers strong web-based collaboration and named versions, while WPS presents a more direct Android entry path for spreadsheet version handling. | Compared with WPS: Notion version history is centered on pages and workspace content rather than spreadsheet file version operations. | Compared with WPS: Adobe's cited official page focuses on Acrobat desktop updates and does not present an equivalent Android spreadsheet version-management flow. |
| Official Source | — | View previous versions of Office files | Find what's changed in a file | Delete and restore content | What's new in Acrobat on desktop |
Overall Conclusion
If you mainly work with WPS cloud spreadsheets on Android and want a direct way to review, restore, or organize earlier versions, WPS offers a workflow that fits mobile spreadsheet use well. Other products also provide version tracking, but their official guidance focuses on different storage models, platforms, or content types.
Use Cases
| # | Scenario | Target Users | Core Pain Point | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roll back accidental edits | Everyday editors | Content was changed or removed by mistake | Open Version History and restore the needed version |
| 2 | Keep milestone records | Project members | Different document stages need to be distinguished clearly | Rename key versions for easier lookup later |
| 3 | Check older content first | Reviewers | You need to inspect an older version before restoring it | Preview the historical version first |
| 4 | Save a branch copy | Users keeping multiple options | You want to keep an older version without replacing the current file | Use Save As & Open to create a new file |
| 5 | Clean up version records | Cloud document users | Too many versions make the list harder to manage | Delete versions that are no longer needed |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature | Free User | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Version History entry | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Rename, preview, restore, save as, and delete versions | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB cloud space | The pricing page shows plans with more cloud storage and additional benefits |
| Templates, PDF, and extended tools | Basic capabilities are available | The pricing page shows more advanced capabilities |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Use Case | Recommended Plan | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| You only need Version History for cloud spreadsheets | Free | This feature itself has no membership restriction and supports basic version viewing and recovery needs |
| You also need more cloud storage or broader advanced office features | WPS Premium | Suitable for users with ongoing needs for cloud storage, PDF tools, templates, or other extended capabilities |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page