How To Use WPS Office’s Translation Feature

WPS Office comes with a powerful integrated translation tool that enables users to swap text between languages inside your Office files without leaving the application. Perfect for anyone managing content in multiple languages.



First, load the target document into WPS Office. Next, select the specific text you need translated—a single word, a phrase, or multiple lines. Navigate to the Review section in the main menu. There, you’ll see the Translate button. Tap on it to display the translation window.



The translation panel slides in from the right side of the screen, presenting the original phrase with a menu to pick the destination language. It offers translation across a broad spectrum such as Spanish, French, German, Mandarin, Japanese, Arabic, and numerous others. After choosing your target language, the tool instantly generates a translation. Review the result and decide whether to replace the original. Click Insert to overwrite the original text. You can also copy it to use independently outside the document.



To translate the entire file, select Translate Document from the same dropdown. This feature translates all content while maintaining formatting, layout, and structure. Although powered by intelligent AI, nuances, slang, or domain-specific jargon might be inaccurately rendered. It’s advisable to proofread translated technical or formal content for tone and precision.



You can customize default translation settings for consistency. Access Options > Language Settings. Then, select your default source and target languages. It ensures quicker, more consistent results across all your projects.



Simple translations function without internet access, For detailed or low-resource language pairs, an internet connection is essential. Cloud integration unlocks the full power of the AI translation model.



For better results, break down lengthy or ambiguous text into smaller chunks. Splitting text into manageable segments improves translation quality. Context affects interpretation, so results aren’t always literal. Cross-checking with dictionaries or native sources improves reliability.



Whether you’re preparing documents for global audiences, reviewing academic resources in another language, facilitating cross-cultural exchanges, WPS Office’s translator offers a seamless addition to your workflow.