WPS Change Image helps you replace an existing picture in a slide while keeping its layout; this guide covers 4 core tasks, including 3 available without membership and 1 membership-related item.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 4 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 3 | Matches the number of Free rows in the index |
| Membership-related items | 1 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
About This Feature
Overview
Change Image is a picture replacement feature in WPS Presentation for Windows. It lets you replace an existing picture in a slide without manually repositioning the object. After replacement, the original picture position and formatting remain in place, which is useful when the slide layout is already finished and only the visual asset needs to be updated.
Core tasks include:
- Change a picture from the Picture Tools tab: replace the selected picture directly from the ribbon.
- Change a picture from the right-click menu: open the replacement entry quickly in the editing area.
- Choose a picture from the online gallery: browse categories and replace the current picture with gallery content.
- Use AI-generated images for replacement: generate a new picture during the replacement flow when you need fresh visual material.
This feature is useful for updating product images, replacing event posters, refreshing template visuals, and trying different visual styles without rebuilding the slide layout.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Windows device |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | Local picture replacement and clipboard replacement do not require a network connection; the online gallery and AI image generation require internet access |
| Other | You should be able to open WPS Presentation files normally; signing in to a WPS account is recommended when using online resources or membership features |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Installation | Download the WPS Office installer and complete setup with the installation wizard |
| Post-install check | Open WPS Presentation, insert or select a picture, and confirm that the Change Image entry is available |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Supports replacing an existing picture with a local file, clipboard image, online gallery image, or AI-generated image while keeping the original picture position and formatting. | PowerPoint lets you select a picture, open the Picture Format tab, and use Change Picture to choose a replacement source. | Google Slides lets you replace an image from the right-click menu and also supports drag-and-drop replacement for images in presentations. | Notion lets you replace an image or media block from the block menu by uploading another file or embedding an image. | Adobe Express lets you select an image in the editor and use Replace to swap it with another image. |
| Official Source | — | Replace or delete a picture in Microsoft Office | Insert or delete images & videos | Images, files & media | Replace image |
Advantage: WPS brings local files, clipboard replacement, online gallery options, and AI image generation into one replacement flow while keeping the existing slide layout.
Overall Conclusion
If you need to update pictures in a presentation while keeping the existing layout as stable as possible, WPS Change Image fits common slide editing work. It is especially convenient when you want one place to switch between local files, clipboard content, online gallery assets, and AI-generated images.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main pain point | How this feature helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Updating product showcase slides | Marketing and sales teams | The layout is finished, but product visuals need to be refreshed | Select the picture and use Change Image to replace it with a new asset |
| 2 | Refreshing template visuals | Training and administrative teams | Template illustrations need to be updated consistently | Use the right-click menu to replace pictures slide by slide |
| 3 | Last-minute slide edits | Presenters and project teams | A new picture arrives shortly before delivery | Replace the picture with a clipboard image or local file |
| 4 | Finding new visual material | Design collaborators | There is no suitable image on hand | Use the online gallery or generate a new image with AI |
Membership & Benefits
This section explains which Change Image tasks are available for free and which are membership-related, and it includes a subscription entry for users who need additional capabilities.
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Replace with a local picture | ✅ | ✅ |
| Replace from the clipboard | ✅ | ✅ |
| Browse and replace from the online gallery | ✅ | ✅ |
| Replace with an AI-generated image | ❌ Membership required | ✅ |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Replacing local pictures, clipboard images, or gallery images in everyday slide editing | Free | Covers common picture replacement needs |
| Generating new images directly in presentations and using more membership features over time | WPS Premium | Includes access to membership-related capabilities such as AI image generation |
How to Subscribe
- Subscription entry: Get WPS Premium
Source: WPS Office pricing page