WPS Backup File on macOS FAQ

Common questions about WPS Backup File on macOS usually focus on backup methods, restore steps, and cloud storage usage; this section covers 4 frequent questions and a glossary.

FAQ

What is the difference between local backup and cloud backup?

1. Local backup stores files in a local directory on your current device.
2. Cloud backup depends on your account and internet access and uses cloud space to store files.
3. If you mainly edit on one Mac, local backup may be enough; if you work across devices, combine it with Document Cloud Sync.

Why does Incremental Backup not take effect immediately?

1. Open Backup Center and confirm that Incremental Backup is selected.
2. Restart WPS Office for Mac.
3. Edit the document again and check whether changes are being backed up.

How do I restore an earlier backup copy?

1. Open File → Backup & Recovery → Backup Center.
2. Find the target file in the backup list and double-click it.
3. After confirming the content, use Save As to save it as a new file.

How to back up files on Mac when cloud space is full?

1. Local backup can still be used even if cloud space is full.
2. If you need more cloud backup capacity, clean up existing cloud files or review a membership plan.
3. You can also keep important files in the local backup directory first.

Glossary