Insert Local File in WPS on iOS FAQ

Last updated:July 23, 2026

When using Insert Local File in WPS on iOS, the most common questions focus on supported formats, collaborative viewing, and what happens after the original file changes; this section covers 3 frequent questions.

FAQ

What local file formats can I insert?

  1. You can insert image formats such as JPG, PNG, GIF, and WebP.
  2. You can also insert video files and common document formats.
  3. Images display directly in the document, while other files are embedded as attachments.

Can collaborators see a local file after I insert it?

  1. After you insert a file, the content is uploaded to the cloud.
  2. Collaborators on the document can view the inserted content in the document.
  3. If you insert a large video file, wait until the upload is complete before asking others to open it.

If I change the original local file later, will the document update too?

  1. No. The content already inserted into the document is not changed by later edits to the original local file.
  2. The inserted file is stored as its own cloud copy for that document.
  3. If you need updated content, insert the new file version again.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Smart documentA WPS document format on iOS that supports continuous editing, content insertion, and collaborative viewing.
Local fileA photo, video, or document file stored on your device or in the iOS Files location.
Embedded as an attachmentA file stays in the document as an attached item instead of opening as editable body text.