WPS Screenshot Arrow is a markup tool for adding arrow annotations in screenshot editing mode; it includes 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 |
About This Feature
Overview
Screenshot Arrow is a built-in annotation tool in WPS Office for Windows screenshot editing mode. It helps you point to a specific area in a screenshot so instructions, feedback, and visual explanations are easier to follow.
Core capabilities:
- Add arrow annotations: After taking a screenshot, enter editing mode and draw an arrow directly on the image.
- Adjust arrow style: Choose the arrow thickness and color before drawing.
- Point to key areas: Use the arrow from a start point to an end point to highlight buttons, steps, or important regions.
Common scenarios: workflow explanations, issue reporting, and training materials.
Problems it helps solve: unclear screenshot descriptions and difficulty locating the exact area mentioned in text.
Distinct behavior: you can complete arrow markup inside the screenshot editing flow without switching to another annotation app.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Windows device |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | Local screenshot capture and arrow drawing usually do not require a constant internet connection |
| Other | You need access to the WPS screenshot editing interface and a mouse or touchpad for drawing |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Office, take a screenshot, enter editing mode, and confirm that the Arrow button is available on the toolbar |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Adds arrow annotations directly in screenshot editing mode, with thickness and color options before drawing on the screenshot. | Microsoft Office lets users insert shapes such as arrows in documents, spreadsheets, and presentations, then adjust formatting, but this is not presented as a built-in screenshot annotation flow. | Google Slides lets users add shapes and lines and change object order, which fits slide editing more than direct screenshot markup. | Notion supports uploading, arranging, cropping, and commenting on images and other media, but the help page does not describe a built-in arrow annotation tool for screenshots. | Adobe Acrobat supports comments and freehand drawing markup in document review, and users can change the color of drawings for review workflows. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: arrow markup is available immediately after taking a screenshot in the same editing flow; Distinct: thickness and color can be set before drawing, which is convenient for quick screenshot explanations. | Compared with WPS: Microsoft focuses on inserting arrow shapes inside Office files rather than immediate screenshot annotation after capture. | Compared with WPS: Google focuses on adding and arranging objects in slides, not on a dedicated screenshot annotation entry point. | Compared with WPS: Notion focuses more on media display and comments, and the official help content does not describe direct arrow drawing on screenshots. | Compared with WPS: Adobe is oriented more toward PDF review and markup; for quick screenshot annotation, WPS has a more direct workflow. |
| Official Source | — | Add shapes | Insert and arrange text, shapes, diagrams, and lines | Images, files & media | Mark up with redlining tools |
Overall Conclusion
If you need to add an arrow right after taking a screenshot, WPS keeps the workflow more focused and direct. Microsoft and Google are more centered on document or slide objects, Adobe is stronger for PDF review, and Notion is more oriented toward media organization and collaboration.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable users | Main pain point | How Screenshot Arrow helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Software walkthroughs | Trainers and instructors | Readers may not find the right button quickly | Use arrows to point to key buttons or menus |
| 2 | Issue-report screenshots | Testers and office users | Text alone may not explain where the problem appears | Mark the error area or abnormal element with an arrow |
| 3 | Process documentation | Team members and collaborators | Important steps are easy to miss across multiple screenshots | Add arrows to show the current action point in each screenshot |
| 4 | Teaching materials | Teachers and students | Screenshots may contain too much information at once | Use different arrow colors and thicknesses to emphasize key points |
| 5 | Remote support explanations | Support staff and service teams | The other person may not understand the exact location | Add an arrow before sending the screenshot explanation |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Screenshot Arrow annotation | Available | Available |
| Basic PDF features | Available | Available |
| Template downloads | Limited | More or unlimited, depending on the current plan page |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday screenshot annotation and simple explanations | Free | Screenshot Arrow itself is available without membership and is enough for basic markup needs |
| More cloud storage or broader office benefits | WPS Premium | Better suited if you also need more storage space and additional office-related benefits |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership page: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page