Open with Other Apps in WPS on iOS FAQ

Last updated:July 15, 2026

When you use Open with Other Apps, the most common questions are about missing target apps, format differences, and opening failures; this FAQ includes 3 common answers and a glossary.

FAQ

Why can't I see the target app?

  1. Make sure the target app is already installed on your iPhone or iPad.
  2. Confirm that the app supports the current file format.
  3. Return to WPS and run Open with Other Apps again to refresh the system app list.

Why does the formatting change after the file opens in another app?

  1. Different apps support layout, fonts, and objects differently.
  2. If you want to reduce formatting differences, choose a similar document app when possible.
  3. If needed, convert the file to a format that the target app handles more consistently.

Why does another app fail to open the file?

  1. Confirm that the target app supports the current file format.
  2. Check whether the target app is outdated and update it if needed.
  3. If the file still does not open, try another compatible app or convert the file format first.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Open with Other AppsAn action that sends the current document to another compatible app on the device for viewing, editing, or further handling.
Compatible appAn installed app that supports the current file format.
iOS share sheetThe iOS app selection panel used to send a file to another available app.