# Documents Reader

> Offline document reader for PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more on iOS. (iPhone/iPad app by Wei-Meng Lee.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/documents-reader/id371693118 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Wei-Meng Lee](https://appshunter.io/developer/370907747)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.45/5 from 20 App Store ratings · 15 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 5.1 · 0 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2010-05-26
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/documents-reader/id371693118/reviews.md

## What is Documents Reader?

Documents Reader is a versatile documents reader that allows you to save documents locally to your iPhone and iPad so that you can read them offline. All file types supported by the Mobile Safari are supported by Documents Reader. Some of the common file types supported are – PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Keynote, etc.

In addition, using Documents Reader you can also email saved documents to your friends.

Version 2.0
----------
This version sports a much more streamlined UI for storing your documents for offline reading.
This new version is a universal application, supporting both iPhone and iPad.

New features include:
* added support for files to be imported directly through iTunes File Sharing feature
* added support for files to be imported directly from another iOS app
* added support for files to be exported directly to another iOS app
* added support for iPhone

## Key features

- Offline document reading
- Supports PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Keynote
- Import via iTunes File Sharing
- Import/Export to other iOS apps
- Email document sharing
- Streamlined UI

## Recent user reviews (10 of 15)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/documents-reader/id371693118/reviews.md

### 2/5 — No frills

*2014-02-25, version 2.0*

It's reasonable on speed, but it has no features.  None.  It doesn't even remember your page in a file let along read the index or have previews or bookmarks.  Overall, there are better options, even for just reading, though there are certainly worse.

### 2/5 — No help

*2013-08-18, version 2.0*

Seems like a trend: no instructions, no help file.

### 1/5 — Not working

*2013-03-02, version 2.0*

Please fix

### 1/5 — Not working

*2012-10-29, version 2.0*

I'm unable to use this app, maybe it needs an update? I can't wait til u fix it! Thank you.

### 1/5 — I think they forgot some buttons.

*2012-10-19, version 2.0*

I agree with the last review. The only thing I was able to do is select a button that says "Edit". When I did that, the button changed to "Done". I couldn't ever figure out how to get any documents into the app. I hope an update comes out soon to resolve this.

### 1/5 — I wasn't able to use this app

*2012-10-07, version 2.0*

I was not able to get this app to do anything. This app contains no instructions for downloading, syncing or utilizing documents. Please update this app, show instructions on how to use this app.

### 5/5 — It is really an awesome app.

*2012-08-24, version 2.0*

I downloaded a 26 mb PDF file and wanted to read it often without connecting to Internet again and again. This app did it for me. Thanks a lot.

### 5/5 — Simple and easy

*2012-08-03, version 2.0*

What a great app, and takes up almost no memory.  I needed to save an XL Spreadsheet to my phone, and this works perfectly!  After you have opened the document you need on your phone, click on the options button at the bottom and "Save To Documents Reader" is a new option.  Thanks for a great app.

### 5/5 — Docx

*2012-06-14, version 2.0*

It doesn't works for files from the new office ext. "x"

### 5/5 — Absolutely one of the best apps ever used!

*2012-06-05, version 2.0*

Loving this app since the day I downloaded it. Great app and also one of the best apps I ever used!

## Frequently asked questions about Documents Reader

### What file types does Documents Reader support?

Documents Reader supports all file types compatible with Mobile Safari, including common formats like PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Keynote.

### Can I use Documents Reader offline?

Yes, Documents Reader allows you to save documents locally to your iPhone and iPad, enabling offline reading.

### How can I import files into Documents Reader?

You can import files directly through the iTunes File Sharing feature or from other iOS applications.

### Does Documents Reader have ads?

The provided data does not specify if Documents Reader contains advertisements. It is listed as free with no in-app purchases.

### What devices is Documents Reader compatible with?

Documents Reader is a universal application that supports iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch devices.

### How often is Documents Reader updated?

The latest version, 2.0, was released on June 3, 2012. The app was originally released on May 26, 2010, indicating infrequent updates.

### What is the age rating for Documents Reader?

Documents Reader has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### Can I share documents from Documents Reader?

Yes, you can email saved documents to friends or export them directly to other iOS applications.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 2.0 — 2012-06-03

This version sports a much more streamlined UI for storing your documents for offline reading.
This new version is a universal application, supporting both iPhone and iPad.

New features include:
* added support for files to be imported directly through iTunes File Sharing feature
* added support for files to be imported directly from another iOS app
* added support for files to be exported directly to another iOS app
* added support for iPhone

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