WPS Object in WPS Slides on macOS lets you insert a new object or create an object from a file; this guide covers 2 core tasks, with 2 available without membership and 0 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 | 2 | Matches the number of Free rows in the index |
| Membership-related items | 0 | The current object tasks do not require WPS membership |
About This Feature
Overview
Object is an insertion feature in WPS Office for Mac Slides. It is used to embed documents and content from other applications into a slide so you can keep related materials together in one presentation.
Core capabilities include:
- Create New Object: Create a new document or worksheet object directly in the Insert Object dialog box.
- Create from File: Embed an existing file into the current slide, with an option to create a linked object when needed.
This feature is useful for course materials, project reports, and file organization, especially when you want to reduce switching between multiple files. It also helps users looking for how to insert object in presentation workflows on macOS.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Mac device that can run WPS Office for Mac normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office for a complete insertion and compatibility experience |
| Network | No required internet connection for inserting local objects; internet access is needed for download, installation, or sign-in |
| Other | When you create an object from a file, the local file must be accessible and readable |
Download & Installation
Before using the Object feature, install WPS Office for Mac.
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Official Download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Post-install Check | Launch WPS Slides, open the Insert tab, and confirm that the Object entry is available |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | WPS Slides supports inserting objects, including creating a new object or creating one from a file, with an option to link the source file. | Word or Outlook supports inserting a new object, or embedding and linking an existing file through Create from File, with an option to display it as an icon. | Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides support publishing files to the web for embedding on websites, and some content such as charts, tables, and slides can be embedded, but there is no equivalent desktop-style Insert Object dialog for presentation files. | Notion supports uploading files with file blocks and embedding content such as PDFs, videos, and Google Drive items through links, with a stronger focus on page embeds and connected content. | Adobe Acrobat supports adding audio, video, and interactive objects to PDFs, and also supports linking media by URL, with a focus on multimedia inside PDF files. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS provides both Create New and Create from File directly in the presentation editing flow. Distinct: It fits slide-based document embedding when you need outside content inside one presentation. | Compared with WPS: Microsoft's official guidance here is centered on Word and Outlook documents or email messages rather than the same in-slide presentation entry point. | Compared with WPS: Google focuses more on web publishing and online embedding than on creating embedded objects inside a local presentation file. | Compared with WPS: Notion is more suited to knowledge bases and collaborative pages, with file insertion mainly handled through upload or embed links. | Compared with WPS: Adobe's object workflow is mainly for multimedia in PDFs rather than object insertion inside presentation slides. |
| Official Source | — | Insert an object in Word or Outlook | Make Google Docs, Sheets, Slides & Forms public | Embeds, bookmarks & link mentions | Add audio, video, and interactive objects to PDFs |
Overall Conclusion
If you need to insert a new object or place an existing file directly into a slide, WPS follows a workflow that is closer to presentation editing. The other products also provide embedding or object-related features, but they focus more on documents, web pages, workspace pages, or PDF media.
Use Cases
| # | Scenario | Target Users | Core Pain Point | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Showing supporting materials in course slides | Teachers, trainers | Extra documents are needed during a presentation | Use Create from File to insert an existing file into a slide |
| 2 | Combining attachments for project reports | Project managers, consultants | Report materials are spread across multiple files | Use Object to keep related documents inside one presentation |
| 3 | Adding data or chart support | Business users, analysts | A presentation needs extra worksheet or chart content | Use Create New Object to insert a worksheet or chart object |
| 4 | Organizing archive-style presentations | Administrative and operations staff | Materials from different sources are hard to manage together | Embed objects in slides for easier storage and transfer |
| 5 | Checking content before delivery | Team collaborators | Embedded content needs to be reviewed in one place | Insert objects and review the display result inside the presentation |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature | Free User | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Insert objects in presentations | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Use core Office components | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Advanced PDF tools, more cloud storage, and other extended benefits | Available within the free plan scope | Includes more extended capabilities and higher quotas |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Use Case | Recommended Plan | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Occasional object insertion in presentations | Free | The Object feature itself does not require membership for the current tasks |
| Need broader office benefits | WPS Premium | Suitable if you also need more PDF tools, cloud storage, or other advanced capabilities |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page