How to Convert XPS to PDF on Android

Android — Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, or any other device — has no built-in XPS reader. The Files by Google app and Gmail both display .xps attachments as a generic icon with no preview and no open option. The straightforward fix is to convert the file to PDF, which every Android device opens natively in Chrome, Google Drive, or any PDF viewer.

The entire conversion happens in your browser — no app download required.

Getting the XPS file on your phone

The XPS file is usually in one of three places:

Gmail attachment: tap the attachment to download it. It lands in your Downloads folder.
Files by Google (or Samsung My Files): the file may already be in Downloads or have been saved from another app.
Google Drive or WhatsApp: download to local storage first before uploading to the converter.

You do not need to open the XPS file first — just know where it is so you can pick it in the file chooser.

Converting in Chrome on Android

Open this page in Chrome (or your default browser) and use the converter above:

Tap the upload area. Your phone's file picker opens.
Navigate to the .xps file — typically under Downloads or Recent.
Leave the format on PDF and tap Convert.
When conversion finishes, tap Download. The PDF saves to your Downloads folder and can be opened immediately.

The converter runs server-side, so it does not need processing power from your phone. It works the same on a budget Android handset as on a high-end device.

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Opening and sharing the PDF

Once downloaded, the PDF opens in Chrome's built-in viewer, Google Drive, or Samsung's built-in PDF viewer depending on your default app settings. To share it:

Upload to Google Drive to access it from any device.
Attach it to an email reply if the original came as an attachment.
Share via WhatsApp, Messages, or any other app using the standard Android share sheet.

A PDF is readable by anyone the file is sent to — unlike the original XPS, which most recipients cannot open without a Windows machine.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a dedicated XPS viewer app for Android?

There is no official one. Most Play Store apps labelled 'XPS viewer' upload your file to a conversion server anyway. Converting to PDF directly gives you more control over where the file goes.

Can I open an XPS attachment directly from Gmail on Android?

No. Gmail on Android does not preview or open XPS files. Download the attachment to your phone, then upload it to the converter.

Does this work on a Samsung Galaxy tablet as well as a phone?

Yes. The browser converter works on any Android phone or tablet. Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, and other Android devices all work the same way.

What if the XPS file is over 25 MB?

The converter accepts files up to 25 MB each. If your file is larger, check whether it is an OXPS (the newer OpenXPS format) — OXPS files sometimes compress better and may be under the limit.

Will the PDF open in Google Drive on Android?

Yes. Google Drive on Android opens PDFs natively, and you can also share or preview them without a separate app.

Last updated: June 2026