Introduction

Last updated:July 8, 2026

BOOKNAME is a built-in spreadsheet function in WPS for data processing and calculation; this guide covers 3 core tasks, with 3 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.

At a Glance

MetricValueNotes
Core tasks3Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index
Available without membership3Matches the number of Free rows in the index
Membership-related items0Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index

About This Feature

Overview

BOOKNAME is a built-in function in WPS Spreadsheets for data processing and calculation. You can search for and insert it from the Insert Function dialog box, type the formula directly in a cell or in the formula bar, and review its syntax and parameter guidance while entering or checking formulas.

Core tasks include:

  • Insert BOOKNAME from the Insert Function dialog box.
  • Type =BOOKNAME(...) directly in a cell or in the formula bar.
  • Review BOOKNAME syntax, parameter details, and the help entry.

This function is useful when entering formulas, checking arguments, or learning how the function is structured in WPS.

System Requirements

ItemRequirement
Operating systemA Windows PC that can run WPS Office normally
App versionIt is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office
NetworkNo mandatory network connection is required for local formula entry; opening online help requires internet access
OtherWPS Office must be installed, and you should be able to open WPS Spreadsheet files

Download & Installation

ItemDetails
Official downloadWPS Office Free Download
Post-installation checkOpen WPS Spreadsheets, go to the Formulas tab, and confirm that the Insert Function entry is available

Source: WPS Download Center

Compare with Alternatives

DimensionWPSMicrosoftGoogleNotionAdobe
Capability SummaryProvides built-in spreadsheet functions that can be inserted from the Insert Function dialog box, typed directly in the formula bar, and reviewed with syntax and parameter guidance.Provides Excel functions and an Insert Function workflow in Excel.Provides Google Sheets functions and function help resources.Provides formulas mainly for databases and page-level calculations.Provides calculation-related features for forms and PDF workflows.
Official SourceMicrosoft Excel functionsGoogle Sheets function listNotion formulasAdobe Acrobat forms

Advantage: In WPS Spreadsheets, BOOKNAME can be entered and reviewed directly from the Formulas tab and the formula bar.

Overall Conclusion
If your spreadsheet work is mainly done in WPS, BOOKNAME offers a direct path for formula entry, review, and learning. If your team mainly uses another office platform, you can use that platform’s official function or formula help pages for similar reference.

Use Cases

No.ScenarioSuitable ForMain NeedSolution
1First-time function entryNew spreadsheet usersThey do not know where to startSearch for BOOKNAME in the Insert Function dialog box
2Faster formula editingUsers who work with spreadsheets oftenThey want a quicker input methodType =BOOKNAME(...) directly in a cell or in the formula bar
3Checking argument structureUsers who need to verify formulasThey are unsure about syntax or argumentsReview syntax, parameter details, and the help link

Membership & Benefits

Free vs WPS Premium

CapabilityFree UsersWPS Premium
Use the BOOKNAME functionAvailableAvailable
Insert the function from Insert FunctionAvailableAvailable
Open the function help entryAvailableAvailable

Recommendations

Usage ScenarioRecommended PlanWhy
Everyday spreadsheet formula entryFreeThis function can be used directly for the current workflow
Users who also need broader premium office benefitsWPS PremiumIt can be used together with other premium capabilities in WPS Office

How to Subscribe

Source: WPS Office pricing page