WPS Version History on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 20, 2026

When using WPS Version History, the most common questions focus on storage usage, restore impact, and long-term retention. This FAQ covers 3 common questions.

FAQ

Does version history use storage space?

  1. Yes. Historical versions use cloud storage space.
  2. Larger files usually take more storage when multiple versions are kept.
  3. If you want to reduce storage usage, delete versions you no longer need and keep only important milestones.

Will restoring a version remove my current content?

  1. Yes. When you restore an earlier version, the current document content is replaced by that selected version.
  2. If you still need the current content, save a backup first or use Save As before restoring.
  3. After that, restore the version you want.

Can I keep historical versions for long-term reference?

  1. Yes. Important versions can be kept and identified more easily.
  2. You can rename key versions so they are easier to find later.
  3. If you need a separate long-term copy, save that version as a new file.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Version HistoryA record of earlier file states saved across different editing times.
Restore this versionReplaces the current file content with the selected historical version and makes it the current working version.
Save AsSaves a historical version as a separate new file instead of replacing the current one.