WPS Office on Xiaomi Redmi Note: what is this application, how to use it and why it is better to remove it

If you recently purchased a smartphone Xiaomi Redmi Note (any model – from Note 10 to Note 13 Pro)+), You probably noticed in the list of pre-installed applications WPS Office, which is a document suite that appears on many of the brand's devices, but not everyone understands why they need it and whether they can be disposed of, WPS Office is not widely known in Russia, which raises additional questions.

In this article, we will discuss in detail what it is. WPS Office on Xiaomi Redmi Note, what functions it performs, how to use it to edit texts, tables and presentations, and why many smartphone owners prefer to remove it. MIUI, which allow you to disable auto-start WPS Office and free up RAM. If you’re looking for alternatives or want to optimize your Redmi Note, here’s a practical guide to the latest updates. MIUI 14/15.

What is it? WPS Office and why it is preinstalled on Xiaomi Redmi Note

WPS Office (formerly known as Kingsoft Office) is a cross-platform office suite developed by Chinese company Kingsoft:

• 📄 WPS Writer is an analogue of Microsoft Word for working with text documents (.doc,.docx,.txt).
• 📊 WPS Spreadsheets – a tool for creating and editing tables (.xls,.xlsx).
• 📑 WPS Presentation - a program for preparing presentations (.ppt,.pptx).

On Xiaomi Redmi Note smartphones, this app is preinstalled under an agreement between Xiaomi and Kingsoft, the main reason for its availability is to expand the functionality of devices to work with office files without the need to install additional software. However, many users are faced with the fact that WPS Office:

• 🔋 Battery costs in the background (especially on Redmi Note models) 11/12 s MIUI 13/14).
• 📱 It takes up space in memory (about 150-200 MB along with the cache).
• 📢 Shows ads in the free version (even on flagship models).

It is important to understand that WPS Office is not a virus or malware, it is a legal application certified by Google Play, but it is not always justified on your device, especially if you use alternatives like Google Docs or Microsoft 365.

How to use it WPS Office on Redmi Note: Main Features

If you decide to leave WPS Office on its Redmi Note is worth exploring:

• 📎 Editing documents with preservation of formatting (including complex tables and graphs).
• 🖼️ Insert images, diagrams and formulas (useful for students and office staff).
• ☁️ Cloud Storage (1GB free, Google Drive integration, Dropbox).
• 📱 Synchronization between devices (PC, tablet, smartphone).

To open the document in WPS Office:

1. Launch the app (a blue logo icon) WPS).
2. Click Open in the lower menu.
3. Select the source: Local Files, Cloud or Last.
4. Find the file you want (supports.docx,.xlsx,.pptx,.pdf formats).

To create a new instrument:

1. On the main screen. WPS Click Create (Click Create) +).
2. Select the type: Document, Table or Presentation.
3. Start editing – the interface is intuitive for Microsoft Office users.

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If you need to quickly scan the document in PDF, into WPS Office has a built-in scanner. Open the side menu and select Scanner, which saves time to install individual applications.

One of the key advantages WPS Office – Support for Formats PDF. You can not only view it. PDF-files, but:

• 📝 Edit the text (with limitations).
• 🖋️ Add annotations and comments.
• 🔍 Search for text on the document.

Why? WPS Office is slowing down Redmi Note and how to fix it

Many owners of the Redmi Note 10 Pro, Note 11 and Note 12 complain that the WPS Office slows down your smartphone. The reasons can be different:

To speed up the work WPS Office on Redmi Note, follow the following steps:

If the app is unstable even after optimization, consider removing it (more on this in the next section), especially for low-end Redmi Note models with 4-6 GB of RAM, where every background process affects performance.

How to remove completely WPS Office with Xiaomi Redmi Note (including system files)

Delete WPS Office with Redmi Note can be done in a number of ways, depending on whether it's pre-installed as a system application or as a regular one.

Method 1: Normal removal (if the application is not system)

1. Open the Settings → Applications.
2. Find it. WPS Office in the list (you can use the search).
3. Click Delete and confirm the action.

Method 2: Remove the system application (requires root or ADB)

If the Remove button is inactive, then WPS Office sewn into firmware MIUI. In this case:

1. Connect your smartphone to your PC and enable debugging USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI → Click on version 7 times, then return to Additional → For developers).
2. Download. ADB Tools to your computer and run the command: adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 cn.wps.moffice_eng
3. Reboot your smartphone.

⚠️ Note: Removing system applications through ADB It can lead to unstable work. MIUI. Before executing commands, make a backup copy of the data!

If you don't want to use ADB, can be turned off WPS Office without removal:

1. Go to Settings. → Annexes → WPS Office.
2. Click Disable (the app will disappear from the menu, but will remain in the system).

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Removal WPS Office through ADB — It's the most reliable way, but it requires caution, if you have problems with updates after you delete it. MIUI, You will have to reset your smartphone to factory settings.

Alternatives WPS Office for Xiaomi Redmi Note: What’s better to install

If you deleted WPS Office or it doesn’t suit you, consider the following alternatives:

For most users of Xiaomi Redmi Note, the best choice is:

• 📱 Microsoft Office – if you want maximum compatibility with work documents.
• ☁️ Google Docs – if you are actively using Google Drive and working with a team.

If you want maximum performance, look for the Light versions of office applications, such as:

• 📄 Word Mobile (Light version from Microsoft).
• 📊 Sheets Go (Simplified by Google Sheets).

How to transfer documents from WPS Office to another application

If you've decided to change WPS Office alternative, it's important to transfer all the documents correctly:

Method 1: Through Cloud Storage

1. Open up. WPS Office and select the file you want to transfer.
2. Click Share (the arrow icon up).
3. Choose Save to the Cloud → Google Drive/OneDrive.
4. Install a new office application and import the file from the cloud.

Method 2: Through Local Storage

1. V WPS Open the document and click Export.
2. Select the format (.docx,.xlsx) and the save path (e.g. Downloads folder).
3. In a new application (such as Microsoft Word), open a file from the Downloads folder.

⚠️ Note: When transferring documents from WPS Office in Google Docs may distort the formatting (especially in complex tables). Before the final transition, check how files appear in the new editor!

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If you are working with important documents, make a backup in the format before the penosom. PDF. For this in WPS Office select File → Exports to PDF.

Frequent errors WPS Office on Xiaomi Redmi Note and how to fix it

Redmi Note users often face the following problems in the WPS Office:

1. "Can't open the file" error

Reasons:

• 🔹 The damaged file.
• 🔹 Incompatible format (e.g..odt or.ods).
• 🔹 Insufficient memory on the device.

Decision:

• Try opening the file on another device.
• Convert the file to.docx/.xlsx through online services (e.g. Zamzar).
• Clear the cache. WPS Office in Settings.

2. WPS Office does not retain changes

Reasons:

• 🔹 Lack of rights to write to a folder.
• 🔹 Failure to sync with the cloud.

Decision:

• Save files to Documents or Downloads folder.
• Turn off and turn on sync again in the settings WPS.

3.The application flies out at launch

Reasons:

• 🔹 An outdated version WPS Office.
• 🔹 Conflict with other office applications.

Decision:

• Update the app on Google Play.
• Clear the data. WPS Office in Settings → Annexes → WPS Office → Warehouse → Clear the data.

If none of these methods helped, try reinstalling. WPS Office:

1. Delete the app.
2. Reboot your smartphone.
3. Install the latest version from Google Play.

FAQ: Answers to frequent questions about WPS Office on Xiaomi Redmi Note