WPS to PPSM Converter

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Remote Processing

Conversion happens on high-performance cloud infrastructure. Your computer handles nothing — just upload and download.

Batch Support

Upload multiple WPS documents and convert them all to PPSM in one go. Batch processing saves time when handling several files.

Works Everywhere

No matter what operating system or device you use — the WPS to PPSM converter runs in any modern web browser.

How to convert WPS to PPSM

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Select files from Computer, Google Drive, Dropbox, URL or by dragging it on the page.

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Choose ppsm or any other format you need as a result (more than 200 formats supported)

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Let the file convert and you can download your ppsm file right afterwards

About formats

WPS is the document format of Microsoft Works, an integrated productivity suite first released in 1987 that bundled a word processor, spreadsheet, and database in a single affordable application. The WPS format stores word processing documents in a compact binary structure that encodes text content, character and paragraph formatting, page layout, headers, footers, and embedded images. Microsoft positioned Works as a consumer-grade alternative to the more expensive and feature-rich Microsoft Office, pre-installing it on millions of OEM personal computers throughout the 1990s and 2000s. This widespread bundling made WPS one of the most commonly encountered document formats in the consumer PC market, even though many users were unaware they were not using "full" Microsoft Word. The format supports basic word processing features including fonts, text alignment, indentation, bulleted and numbered lists, tables, and page formatting, but lacks advanced capabilities like tracked changes, macros, and complex styles found in DOC. One advantage was accessibility — Microsoft Works cost a fraction of Office's price and came free with many PCs, providing capable word processing to millions of home users and students who did not need enterprise features. Microsoft discontinued Works in 2009, recommending migration to Word or the free Office Online tools. WPS files remain present in personal document archives from that era and can be opened by LibreOffice and older versions of Microsoft Office.
Developer: Microsoft
Initial release: 1987
PPSM (PowerPoint Slideshow with Macros) is a macro-enabled slideshow format in Microsoft PowerPoint, introduced with Office 2007 as part of the Office Open XML family. PPSM combines the auto-play slideshow behavior of PPSX with the VBA macro capabilities of PPTM — opening a PPSM file launches it directly into full-screen presentation mode while allowing embedded macro code to execute during the slideshow. The format is structurally a ZIP archive containing the same XML slide parts as other OOXML presentation formats, plus a vbaProject.bin stream housing the VBA project. This combination is particularly valuable for interactive presentations: macro-driven slideshows can respond to user input, navigate non-linearly between sections, query external databases, update content in real time, and log audience responses during training or assessment sessions. One advantage is interactive presentation capability — PPSM enables quiz-style presentations where clicking answer buttons triggers immediate scoring feedback, branching paths, or data recording, all invisible to the audience. The macro-enabled slideshow format also supports self-contained automation: a PPSM file can run initialization routines on launch, configure the display environment, and clean up resources on exit without any manual intervention. As with all macro-enabled Office Open XML formats, the distinct .ppsm extension helps administrators enforce security policies that differentiate between trusted macro content and standard presentations. PPSM is supported exclusively in Microsoft PowerPoint desktop editions.
Developer: Microsoft
Initial release: January 30, 2007

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert WPS to PPSM?

WPS is a dead format from Microsoft Works. Turning it into PPSM lets you reuse that content in modern presentation software.

What program opens PPSM files?

PPSM files are supported by Microsoft PowerPoint with macro support, for auto-playing presentations.

Can I convert multiple WPS files at once?

Batch conversion is supported. Add multiple WPS files and convert them to PPSM simultaneously in one session.

Is the WPS to PPSM conversion free?

Basic WPS to PPSM conversion is free. Paid tiers unlock additional capacity for professional and bulk conversion needs.

Does WPS to PPSM conversion work on mobile?

Completely. The tool is browser-based and responsive, so you can convert WPS to PPSM on mobile just as easily as on desktop.

Is my WPS file safe during conversion?

Absolutely. Convertio deletes uploaded WPS files after conversion and removes output files within 24 hours for your privacy.