How to Merge, Split, and Protect Files in WPS Office

WPS Office has become one of the most reliable productivity tools for students, professionals, and businesses around the world. Users can now do much more than just create and browse files thanks to its robust document, spreadsheet, and PDF editors. This guide will teach you how to divide, merge, and protect files in WPS Office, which will improve the speed, intelligence, and security of your workflow.

Merging Files in WPS Office

If you often work with multiple reports, contracts, or presentations, merging them into one document can save time and reduce confusion. WPS Office provides a quick and simple way to combine multiple files, especially PDFs.

Here’s how to merge files in WPS Office:

1. Open WPS Office and click on PDF Tools from the home menu.
2. Select Merge PDF (you can also find this under the “Tools” tab in the PDF editor).
3. Click Add Files and select the documents you want to combine.
4. Arrange the files in your preferred order using the up or down arrows.
5. Choose an output location and click Merge.

Within seconds, WPS will generate a single file containing all selected documents. This feature is especially useful for combining lecture notes, invoices, or work reports into one organized file.

Splitting Files in WPS Office

Sometimes you only need a portion of a large document. Splitting helps extract the exact pages or sections you want without editing the original file.

Follow these steps to split a document:

1. Open your file in WPS PDF Editor.
2. Go to the Tools menu and click Split PDF.
3. Choose how you want to split. It may be by page range (e.g., pages 1–5), specific page numbers, or equal parts.
4. Confirm the split options and click Start.
5. The system will create separate files based on your settings.

The split tool is perfect for managing lengthy e-books, contracts, or research papers that you need to share in smaller sections.

Protecting Files in WPS Office

Data protection is crucial in today’s digital world, especially when sharing confidential or personal documents. WPS Office offers several options to protect your files from unauthorized access.

To protect your files:

1. Open your document in WPS Writer, Spreadsheet, or PDF Editor.
2. Click on the Protect or Security tab (depending on your file type).
3. Choose Encrypt with Password.
4. Set a strong password and confirm it.
5. Save the document.

WPS also supports advanced options such as restricting editing, limiting copying, or adding digital signatures to your PDF files. These layers of protection ensure your content remains secure whether you’re sharing it online or storing it locally.

Why These Tools Matter

Learning how to merge, split, and protect files in WPS Office not only improves efficiency but also enhances file management and security. You can easily organize project documents, extract important pages for quick reference, and secure sensitive data with encryption — all within one application.

WPS Office’s built-in PDF tools eliminate the need for external converters or paid plugins. Whether you’re a student preparing a term paper, a business owner handling contracts, or a freelancer managing client files, these features help streamline your workflow from start to finish.

With just a few clicks, WPS Office makes document management effortless. As you explore the suite further, you’ll discover even more features like format conversion, cloud backup, and collaboration tools — all designed to keep your work organized and protected.