Run Macro in WPS on macOS: Introduction

Run Macro in WPS Writer on macOS helps you run existing macros or create new ones for repeated document tasks; 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
Version note	macOS supports WPS macros (JS macros) only	VBA runtime is not supported in this workflow

About This Feature

Overview

Run Macro is an automation feature in WPS Writer for macOS. It lets you run an existing macro, or create a new macro and open the WPS Macro Editor to write JS macro code.

Core tasks include:

Run an existing macro: choose a macro from the Run Macro dialog box and execute it directly.
Create a new macro: enter a macro name and open the WPS Macro Editor to start writing a JS macro.

This feature fits repeated formatting, routine document cleanup, and fixed document-processing steps. It helps reduce repetitive clicks and makes document work more efficient.

System Requirements

Item	Requirement
Operating system	A macOS device that can run the current WPS Office for Mac app normally
App version	It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office for Mac
Network	Running local macros does not require a constant network connection; download, installation, and account-related actions require network access
Other	Open the document in WPS Writer; on macOS, this feature supports WPS macros (JS macros) only

Download & Installation

Item	Details
Official download	WPS Office Free Download
Installation platform	Download the Mac installer and complete setup as prompted
Check after installation	Open WPS Writer, go to the Tools tab, and confirm that the developer-related entry is available

Source: WPS Download Center

Compare with Alternatives

Dimension	WPS	Microsoft	Google	Notion	Adobe
Capability Summary	In WPS Writer on macOS, you can go to Tools → Developer Tools → Run Macro to run an existing macro, or create a new macro and open the WPS Macro Editor. On macOS, WPS supports WPS macros (JS macros) only.	Word supports creating, recording, and running macros, and can run them from a button, keyboard shortcut, or macro list. Its official workflow centers on VBA macros.	Google's official macro workflow is in Google Sheets, where users record macros and automate tasks with Apps Script. This is not the same as a word-processing macro workflow.	Notion uses buttons to automate repeated actions such as inserting blocks, editing pages, or sending notifications. It is page and workflow automation rather than an in-document macro editor.	Acrobat provides PDF actions and JavaScript for PDF processing workflows. Its automation focus is PDF actions rather than word-processing macros.
WPS Advantages	Advantage: WPS provides direct run and create entry points inside WPS Writer for document editing tasks. Distinct: the macOS scope is clear and focused on JS macro execution and editing.	Compared with WPS: Word's official macro workflow is more tied to VBA and recorded automation. For users already working in WPS Writer, the WPS path is more direct inside the current document workflow.	Compared with WPS: Google's official macro documentation focuses on spreadsheets instead of document editing, so the use case differs from WPS Writer macros.	Compared with WPS: Notion is better aligned with page and database workflows, and it does not provide a WPS Writer-style macro run entry inside a document editor.	Compared with WPS: Adobe automation is designed for PDF actions and JavaScript, which fits PDF workflows rather than document macro editing in a writer app.
Official Source	—	Create or run a macro	Automate tasks in Google Sheets	Buttons	PDF actions in Acrobat

Overall Conclusion: If your main work happens in WPS Writer on macOS and you want a direct way to run or create document macros, WPS fits that workflow closely. Other products also offer automation, but their official focus is more on VBA, spreadsheets, page workflows, or PDF actions.

Use Cases

No.	Scenario	Suitable For	Main Pain Point	How Run Macro Helps
1	Run fixed formatting steps in batches	Editors and office staff	The same document steps must be repeated again and again	Run an existing macro to complete preset actions
2	Build custom document automation	Advanced users	Manual processing takes too many repeated steps	Create a new macro and write JS macro code in the editor
3	Standardize team document handling	Team members	Manual steps vary from person to person	Use the same macro to apply a consistent process
4	Clean up template-based documents faster	Administrative staff and teachers	Template files need the same adjustments every time	Use macros to reduce repeated clicks
5	Handle routine document checks	Everyday office users	Small repeated actions take time	Save common steps as macros and run them again when needed

Membership & Benefits

Free vs WPS Premium

Capability	Free	WPS Premium
Run macros	✅ Available	✅ Available
Create macros and open the editor	✅ Available	✅ Available
Basic PDF features	✅ Available	✅ Available with a broader feature range
Cloud storage	1 GB	20 GB, based on the plan page
Template downloads	Limited	More template-related benefits

Source: WPS Office pricing page

Recommendations

Use Case	Recommended Plan	Why
Occasional macro use in documents	Free	The macro feature itself is available for everyday light automation
Need more cloud storage or added benefits beyond macros	WPS Premium	A better fit if you also need more storage and broader premium benefits

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To compare plan differences, open the pricing page and review the plan that fits your personal or team needs.