Transfer Document Ownership in WPS on Windows FAQ

When using Transfer Document Ownership, common questions focus on permission changes, recipient confirmation, and supported document scope; this FAQ includes 3 common questions and a glossary.

FAQ

Does the original creator still have permissions after document ownership is transferred?

1. After the transfer is completed, the original creator loses document owner permissions.
2. If the original creator remains in the collaborator list, that person can still access the file as a regular collaborator.
3. If management permissions are still needed later, the new owner must assign them again.

Does the recipient need to agree before the ownership transfer is completed?

1. If you use contact transfer, the transfer can be completed directly.
2. If you use link transfer, the recipient needs to open the link and confirm acceptance.
3. Before confirmation, the page may show a pending status.

Which documents support ownership transfer?

1. Only shared documents support ownership transfer.
2. Before you start, confirm that the document is already in a shared or collaborative state.
3. If an enterprise document is controlled by management policies, the available scope may be limited.

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