WPS BESSELJ is a built-in spreadsheet function for entering formulas, filling in arguments, and returning calculation results; it includes 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 | All tasks in this guide are available directly |
About This Feature
Overview
BESSELJ is a built-in function in WPS Spreadsheets for data processing and calculation. You can insert it from the Insert Function dialog box, type the formula directly in a cell or in the formula bar, and review syntax and argument details before completing the entry.
Core tasks include:
- Insert BESSELJ from the Insert Function dialog box.
- Type
=BESSELJ(...)directly in a cell or in the formula bar. - Review syntax and argument details from the function help entry.
This function is useful for learning engineering functions, organizing calculation sheets, and filling formulas across a range of cells.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Windows device that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | No mandatory network connection is required for local formula entry; internet access is needed for the download page or online help |
| Other | You need to be able to open WPS Spreadsheets and edit worksheet cells |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Post-install check | Open WPS Spreadsheets, go to the Formulas tab, and confirm that you can use Insert Function or type formulas in the formula bar |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Provides built-in BESSELJ function entry in a spreadsheet workflow, including insertion from the Insert Function dialog box, direct entry in the formula bar, and syntax review through function help. | Excel supports creating formulas, using built-in functions, and viewing formulas in the Formula bar. | Google Sheets supports formulas and functions in cells and lets users choose functions from a function list. | Notion formulas are mainly used for database property calculations with built-ins, operators, and functions. | Adobe Acrobat Sign supports calculated fields in forms and provides an expression builder with functions and operators. |
| Official Source | — | Overview of formulas in Excel | Add formulas & functions | Intro to formulas | Add calculated fields to a form |
Advantage: It stays close to a spreadsheet formula-entry workflow, with both dialog-based insertion and direct cell entry.
Overall Conclusion
If your main work is entering and managing functions in a spreadsheet, WPS follows a familiar spreadsheet workflow and is well suited to direct formula entry and calculation. If your work is centered more on database-property formulas or PDF form calculations, Notion and Adobe are better aligned with those specific use cases.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable Users | Main Need | Recommended Approach |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Learning function entry | New users | They are not sure where to insert the function | Search for BESSELJ in the Insert Function dialog box |
| 2 | Fast formula entry | Everyday spreadsheet users | They want fewer clicks | Type =BESSELJ(...) directly in a cell or in the formula bar |
| 3 | Checking syntax and arguments | Users who need to verify formula structure | They are unsure how to fill in arguments | Review syntax and argument details before entering the function |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Basic spreadsheet functions in WPS Spreadsheets | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Cloud storage | 1GB | 20GB |
| More advanced PDF tools and additional extended features | Limited in some areas | More features available |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday BESSELJ entry and learning | Free | The function-entry and syntax-review tasks in this guide are available directly |
| More cloud storage or broader document tools | WPS Premium | Suitable for users who regularly work across multiple document types and need more supporting features |
How to Subscribe
- To review membership plans, visit: Get WPS Premium
Source: WPS Office pricing page