How to Save As in Cloud Mode in WPS on Windows

This guide covers 4 how-to topics for saving in cloud mode, including saving a document and saving a copy, so you can choose a topic from the index and follow the entry point and steps.

How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Save a Document

Entry point: Top-left File Operations button → Save Version

1. Click the File Operations menu in the upper-left corner.
2. Click Save Version.
3. To save current edits quickly, you can also press Ctrl+S.

Success Criteria

• UI state: The current document content is saved.
• Next actions: You can keep editing, close the document, or continue syncing uploads.

Tips While Using

• Common mistakes: Clicking the wrong menu may prevent you from opening the save entry.
• Environment limits: If the document needs to upload to the cloud, keep your network connected and make sure you are signed in.

2. Save a Copy of a Document

Entry point: Top-left File Operations button → Save As

1. Click the File Operations menu in the upper-left corner.
2. Click Save As.
3. In the save dialog, choose a save location.
4. For cloud sync, choose Personal Space. To save to a device path, choose My Device.
5. Enter a file name and choose a file format.
6. Click Save and Open to finish.

Success Criteria

• UI state: The newly saved copy opens.
• Next actions: You can continue editing the new file, and manage the original and new files separately.
• No side effects: The original file is not overwritten directly.

Tips While Using

• Common mistakes: Saving before confirming the location can make the file harder to find later.
• Environment limits: Saving to the cloud requires a signed-in WPS account and available cloud storage.

3. Right-Click to Save a Document

Entry point: File tab right-click menu at the top of the window → Save

1. Right-click the file tab on the top menu bar in WPS.
2. Click Save.

Success Criteria

• UI state: The document in the current tab is saved.
• Next actions: You can switch to other tabs or continue editing the current document.

Tips While Using

• Common mistakes: Right-clicking outside the file tab may open a different menu.

4. Right-Click to Save a Copy

Entry point: File tab right-click menu at the top of the window → Save As

1. Right-click the file tab on the top menu bar in WPS.
2. Click Save As.
3. In the save dialog, choose Personal Space or My Device.
4. Set the file name, format, or save location as needed.
5. Finish the save-as action.

Success Criteria

• UI state: A new copy is created in the selected location.
• Next actions: You can open and edit the new copy, or return to the original file.
• No side effects: The original file keeps its original content and location.

Tips While Using

• Common mistakes: Confusing Save with Save As may prevent a new copy from being created.
• Environment limits: Saving to the cloud requires a network connection and a signed-in account.