ACOTH in WPS is a spreadsheet math and trigonometry function that returns the inverse hyperbolic cotangent of a number; this guide covers 3 core tasks, with 3 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 3 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 3 | Matches the number of Free rows in the index |
| Membership-related items | 0 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
About This Feature
Overview
ACOTH is a built-in function in WPS Spreadsheets that returns the inverse hyperbolic cotangent of a number. You can insert it from the Insert Function dialog box or type the formula directly in a cell or in the formula bar.
The syntax is ACOTH(number). In practice, the number argument should be numeric so the formula can calculate as expected.
This function is useful for math practice, engineering calculations, classroom demonstrations, and spreadsheet workflows that need inverse hyperbolic function results.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Windows device that can run WPS Office |
| App version | The latest version of WPS Office is recommended |
| Network | No mandatory internet connection is required for local ACOTH calculations; internet access is needed for download, installation, and online help |
| Other | WPS Office should be installed, and WPS Spreadsheets should be available for formula editing |
Download & Installation
Before using ACOTH, install WPS Office on your Windows device and open WPS Spreadsheets.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Installation method | Download the installer and complete setup with the installation wizard |
| Post-installation check | Open WPS Spreadsheets, then confirm that the Formula tab and Insert Function entry are available |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | WPS Spreadsheets provides the ACOTH function and supports both Insert Function and direct formula entry for spreadsheet-based calculations. | Excel provides ACOTH(number) and states that the absolute value of the number must be greater than 1. | Google Sheets provides ACOTH(value), returns the inverse hyperbolic cotangent in radians, and notes that the value must not be between -1 and 1. | Notion provides a general formula language and math functions, but its official function reference does not show ACOTH as a named spreadsheet function. | Adobe Acrobat Sign supports calculated fields and formula expressions in forms, but it is focused on form calculations rather than spreadsheet ACOTH formulas. |
| Official Source | — | ACOTH function | ACOTH function | Formula syntax & functions | Add calculated fields to a form |
Advantage: ACOTH can be entered directly in spreadsheet cells and used with familiar formula tools such as the Formula tab, Insert Function dialog, and formula bar.
Overall Conclusion
If your main goal is to calculate inverse hyperbolic cotangent values in a spreadsheet, WPS, Microsoft Excel, and Google Sheets all provide an ACOTH function. Notion is better suited to database-style formulas, and Adobe is oriented toward form field calculations. For cell-based entry, copying, and fill-handle workflows, WPS fits standard spreadsheet use well.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable Users | Main Need | How ACOTH Helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Learning math functions | Students and teachers | Quickly verify inverse hyperbolic cotangent results | Enter =ACOTH(...) in a cell to calculate directly |
| 2 | Engineering data processing | Analysts and engineers | Apply the same function across multiple values | Enter the formula once, then copy or fill it to other cells |
| 3 | Guided formula entry | New spreadsheet users | Need help finding the function name and argument format | Use Insert Function to search for ACOTH and fill in the argument |
| 4 | Syntax review | General office users | Need to confirm the formula format | Check ACOTH(number) in the function dialog or help entry |
| 5 | Error checking | Spreadsheet users | Need to troubleshoot unexpected results | Review argument type, separators, and referenced values |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature Area | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Use the ACOTH function in WPS Spreadsheets | ✅ | ✅ |
| Basic formula entry and calculation | ✅ | ✅ |
| Some extended PDF, template, and cloud benefits | Limited or partially available | More benefits available |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday spreadsheet formula work | Free | ACOTH itself is available for regular formula entry and calculation |
| Broader office workflows with added benefits | WPS Premium | Suitable if you also need more PDF, template, or cloud-related benefits |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page