WPS Attachments on macOS lets you insert and manage file attachments in spreadsheet cells; this guide covers 1 core task, with 1 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 1 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 1 | Matches the number of Free rows in the index |
| Membership-related items | 0 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
| Version limits | None stated | The feature description states no version restriction |
About This Feature
Overview
Attachments in WPS Spreadsheets for Mac lets you insert file attachments into cells so related documents can be managed together with spreadsheet content. After insertion, the attachment is embedded in the workbook, which helps keep supporting files and tabular data in one place.
Key capabilities include:
- Insert a local file attachment into a selected cell for centralized file tracking.
- Keep the attachment embedded in the workbook for project logs, document lists, and delivery checklists.
- Save the attachment out again later when you need to share or archive it separately.
This feature is useful for project records, report supplements, contract tracking, and voucher management.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A macOS device that can run WPS Office for Mac |
| App version | The latest version of WPS Office is recommended; no version restriction is stated for this feature |
| Network | No mandatory network connection is required to insert a local attachment; internet access is needed for download, installation, and account services |
| Other | Local file read permission and enough storage space to save the workbook |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Post-install check | Open WPS Spreadsheet, open a workbook, and confirm that the Attachment entry is available under Insert |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Lets you insert a file attachment in a spreadsheet cell and keep it embedded in the workbook for file-and-data management in one document. | Microsoft Word supports embedding or linking a file through Insert > Object > Create from File, but the official page describes document object insertion rather than spreadsheet cell attachment management. | Google Docs highlights smart chips for files, imported Word and PDF files, and online collaboration, but its official product page does not describe embedded file attachments inside spreadsheet cells. | Notion supports file uploads, embedded links, and Files & media properties in pages and databases, which fits document hubs more than workbook-embedded spreadsheet attachments. | Adobe Acrobat supports adding attachments to PDFs, which is useful for attaching supporting files to PDF documents rather than to spreadsheet cells. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: The entry is directly available from the spreadsheet Insert menu. Distinct: Attachments stay with workbook content, which fits spreadsheet-based record management. | Compared with WPS: Microsoft's official guidance is centered on embedded or linked objects in document workflows, with a clearer fit for Word documents than spreadsheet cell attachments. | Compared with WPS: Google Docs is more oriented toward cloud-linked collaboration and smart chips, with less emphasis on embedded attachments inside offline workbooks. | Compared with WPS: Notion is stronger for page-based knowledge organization and file properties, but it does not focus on workbook-style attachment management. | Compared with WPS: Adobe is oriented toward PDF review and distribution workflows instead of keeping spreadsheet data and attachments together in one workbook. |
| Official Source | — | Embed or link to a file in Word | Google Docs product page | Images, files and media | Add attachments to PDFs |
Overall Conclusion
WPS Attachments is a practical fit when you want spreadsheet data and supporting files stored together in one workbook. If your work is centered on cloud-linked collaboration, page-based file hubs, or PDF review, the other products may fit those scenarios more closely.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable users | Main pain point | How this feature helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project document register | Project managers and coordinators | Spreadsheets and supporting files are stored separately | Insert attachments into matching cells so records and files stay in one workbook |
| 2 | Financial voucher summary | Finance and audit collaborators | Voucher files are separate from summary tables | Add receipts or supporting files directly to the related worksheet entries |
| 3 | Contract list management | Admin and legal support teams | Contract lists are hard to match with original files | Insert the contract file into the cell tied to the contract record |
| 4 | Delivery package tracking | Sales and customer success teams | Delivery lists and attached files get out of sync | Keep delivery files embedded in the workbook for unified storage |
| 5 | Training material tracking | Teachers and trainers | Schedules and course files are managed separately | Add courseware or notes to the related schedule cells |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Insert attachments in spreadsheets | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic PDF tools | ✅ Basic features | ✅ More advanced features |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
| Ads | May include ads | Ad-free |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| You only need to insert a small number of attachments in spreadsheets | Free | This feature is described as having no membership restriction |
| You also need more cloud storage or broader advanced office features | WPS Premium | A better fit if you want expanded benefits beyond the attachment feature itself |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page