Insert Audio in WPS on macOS lets you add audio content to presentation slides; this guide covers 3 core tasks, with 3 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 3 | 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 | 0 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
| Version limit | None stated | The feature description shows no version restriction |
| Membership limit | None stated | The feature description shows no membership restriction |
About This Feature
Overview
Insert Audio in WPS Presentation for macOS is a built-in feature for adding audio to slides, including embedded audio, linked audio, and background music.
Core tasks include:
- Embed local audio: Insert a local audio file directly into the current presentation for sharing or offline playback.
- Link to audio: Reference an external audio file to help manage presentation file size or keep media assets separate.
- Embed background music: Add audio that plays as background music during the slide show.
This feature is useful for teaching materials, product demos, event presentations, and narrated slide decks where audio helps deliver information more clearly.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Mac device that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office for Mac |
| Network | No required network connection for inserting local audio; internet access is needed for download, installation, and account services |
| Other | Prepare accessible local audio files and allow the app to access local files when prompted |
Download & Installation
Before using Insert Audio, install WPS Office on your Mac.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Platform support | The download center provides a Mac version with native support for Apple Silicon and Intel processors |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Presentation, then confirm that the Audio entry is available under the Insert tab |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | On macOS, WPS Presentation provides Insert > Audio with options to embed audio, link to audio, and embed background music. | PowerPoint lets users add audio to a presentation, insert audio from a computer, and set playback options such as automatic start, play across slides, and looping. | Google Slides lets users add .mp3 and .wav audio files stored in Google Drive to a presentation. | Notion supports embedding or uploading audio into a page, which fits page-based content organization more than slide-show audio control. | Adobe Acrobat lets users add sound, video, and interactive objects to PDFs, either from files or web links. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS keeps common presentation audio actions under one Insert > Audio path and separates embedded audio, linked audio, and background music for slide editing workflows. | Compared with WPS: PowerPoint provides more documented playback controls, while WPS presents the source feature as a direct insert workflow with separate audio entry types. | Compared with WPS: Google Slides depends on audio files stored in Google Drive rather than a local insert path centered on presentation editing. | Compared with WPS: Notion is designed for page embeds and workspace content, not slide-based audio arrangement during a presentation. | Compared with WPS: Adobe focuses on rich media inside PDFs rather than presentation slide editing. |
| Official Source | — | Add or delete audio in your PowerPoint presentation | Insert or delete images & videos | Embeds, bookmarks & link mentions | Add audio, video, and interactive objects to PDFs |
Overall Conclusion
If your main goal is to add local audio to slides quickly and prepare a presentation on Mac, WPS offers a direct workflow for common audio tasks. If you need broader playback controls, cloud-based audio sourcing, or PDF rich media features, other products may fit those scenarios better.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main challenge | How this feature helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Voice-over for lessons | Teachers and trainers | Text and images alone may not explain the content clearly enough | Use Embed Local Audio to add spoken explanation to a slide |
| 2 | Event background music | Marketing and event teams | Slide transitions may feel flat without continuous sound | Use Embed Background Music for playback during the slide show |
| 3 | Smaller presentation file management | Users who update media often | Embedded media can make file handling less flexible | Use Link to Audio to keep the audio file separate |
| 4 | Narrated product introduction | Sales and product teams | Live explanations may vary from one presentation to another | Add audio to key slides for more consistent delivery |
| 5 | Looping display in a booth or store | Exhibition and retail staff | Unattended presentations need more complete playback support | Combine slide content with background music for a fuller display experience |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Basic audio insertion in presentations | Available | Available |
| Basic PDF features | Available | Available with a broader feature range |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB in listed plans |
| Template downloads | Limited | More template benefits |
| Some advanced tools | Limited or provided as listed on the pricing page | More advanced tools are included depending on plan |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Use case | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| You only need to insert audio in presentations | Free | The feature description shows no membership restriction for this feature |
| You also need more cloud storage and broader advanced tools | WPS Premium | A better fit for users who also work with documents, PDFs, templates, and cross-device workflows |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page