WPS Print Form is a print setup feature in Smart Forms Quick Start on macOS; 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 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
About This Feature
Overview
Print Form helps you open the print form setup item during Smart Forms editing, then configure settings, preview the result, and confirm the changes. It is useful when you need a paper-ready version of a form for offline completion, on-site backup, or printed records.
Core tasks include:
- Open the Print Form setup: go to Form Editor → Quick Start → Print Form.
- Configure and confirm Print Form: set parameters in the panel, preview the result, and save the setup.
This feature is suitable for form designers, workflow administrators, and teams that need printed form output during form creation.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Mac device that can run WPS Office and access the Smart Forms editor |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office for Mac |
| Network | A stable internet connection is recommended when opening online form editing and saving settings |
| Other | You need edit permission for the target form; for physical printing, an available printer is also required |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Post-install check | Launch WPS Office for Mac, open the Smart Forms editor, and check whether the Print Form entry appears in Quick Start |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Provides a Print Form entry in the Smart Forms editor under Quick Start, then lets you configure settings, preview, and confirm. | Microsoft Forms can print a blank form, a response summary, and an individual response. | Google Forms can print a form in a fillable paper format. | Notion Forms can be created and customized, but a Form view cannot be exported directly, so printing usually requires another view or export path. | Adobe Acrobat supports printing PDF forms, while Adobe web forms focus more on online collection and signing. |
| WPS Advantages | Distinct: WPS places the print form setup directly in the form editing flow, which helps teams prepare a printable version during creation. | Compared with WPS: Microsoft emphasizes printing blank forms and response outputs, including summaries and individual responses. | Compared with WPS: Google supports printable fillable forms, with public guidance focused more on print output itself. | Compared with WPS: Notion connects forms closely with databases, but its Form view does not offer a direct export path for printing. | Compared with WPS: Adobe is stronger for PDF form printing, while its web form workflow is centered on digital collection and signing. |
| Official Source | — | Print a form | Print Google Forms in a fillable format | Export your content | Print PDF forms in Acrobat on desktop |
Overall Conclusion
If your main goal is to prepare print settings directly while editing a form, WPS offers a more direct entry path. If your priority is printing response results, exporting database content, or handling PDF forms, the other products focus on different workflows.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable For | Main Need | How Print Form Helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Preparing offline registration forms | Admin and front-desk staff | Need a paper version of an online form | Open Print Form and complete settings with preview |
| 2 | Pre-launch workflow review | Workflow administrators | Need to verify print layout before release | Preview the result in the panel before confirming |
| 3 | Backup forms for on-site events | Event teams | Need paper backup when the network is unstable | Prepare the print form setup in advance for later output |
| 4 | Printed records for internal approval | Business teams | Need paper copies for filing | Use Print Form to prepare a consistent printable version |
| 5 | Template validation before reuse | Form designers | Need to check print presentation before reuse | Reopen Print Form and review settings item by item |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature Area | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Writer, Spreadsheet, and Presentation basics | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic PDF features and PDF reading | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Advanced PDF tools and more advanced capabilities | Limited in some areas | ✅ More capabilities available |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
| AI-related features | Limited access | More available usage and features |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| You only need occasional print form setup and basic office work | Free | Suitable for light use and everyday office basics |
| You also need more PDF tools, cloud storage, or AI features | WPS Premium | Better for frequent document work and broader feature needs |
How to Subscribe
- Membership page: Subscribe to WPS Premium
- To compare current plans and benefits, open the pricing page and choose the option that fits your workflow.
Source: WPS Office pricing page