When using Convert to Scanned PDF in WPS on Windows, common questions usually focus on file size, editability, and multi-page processing. This section includes 3 frequent questions.
FAQ
Will the converted file become larger?
- It may. A scanned-style PDF usually makes each page look more image-based, so the file size can increase.
- If the document has many pages or you choose color output, the resulting file is often larger.
- If file size matters, consider using black-and-white output and keep the original file as a backup.
Can I still edit text directly after conversion?
- The converted document is closer to an image-based presentation.
- In many cases, it no longer keeps the same direct text editing experience as the original PDF.
- If you need editable text later, you can run OCR on the converted file to extract text.
Can I convert a multi-page document?
- Yes. You can process the currently opened PDF document, including multi-page files.
- Open the target PDF and follow the normal Convert to Scanned PDF steps.
- After conversion, check the output file to confirm that the page count and content are complete.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Scanned-style PDF | A PDF file whose pages look closer to paper scans and are usually more image-like in appearance. |
| Output Color | The color mode used during conversion, such as color or black-and-white. |
| OCR | Optical Character Recognition, a technology used to extract text from scanned or image-based pages. |