How to Use

Last updated:July 8, 2026

Use COUPDAYBS through 3 how-to topics, including inserting the function, typing the formula directly, and reviewing syntax and parameters; all 3 topics are available without membership.

How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Insert COUPDAYBS from Insert Function

Entry point: Formula tab → Insert Function

  1. Select the cell where you want to enter the formula.
  2. Click the fx button in the formula bar, or click Insert Function on the Formula tab.
  3. Search for COUPDAYBS in the dialog box.
  4. Select the function and confirm.
  5. Enter the required parameters in order.
  6. Confirm to insert the function.

Success Criteria

  • The target cell contains the COUPDAYBS function.
  • After the parameters are entered, the cell returns a calculation result.

Tips While Using

  • Use valid date values for date parameters.
  • Separate parameters with English commas.

2. Type the COUPDAYBS formula directly

Entry point: Cell or formula bar

  1. Select the cell where you want to enter the formula.
  2. Type =COUPDAYBS(...) in the cell or in the formula bar.
  3. Press Enter to confirm.
  4. If you want to review the syntax prompt, type =COUPDAYBS( and then press F1.

Success Criteria

  • The formula appears in the selected cell.
  • After you press Enter, the cell returns a result or proceeds to parameter validation.

Tips While Using

  • Check the parentheses and parameter order carefully.
  • If the result looks incorrect, review the date, frequency, and basis values.

3. Review COUPDAYBS syntax and parameters

Entry point: Formula tab → Insert Function

  1. Click Insert Function on the Formula tab.
  2. Enter COUPDAYBS in the search box.
  3. Select the function and review the syntax: COUPDAYBS(settlement, maturity, frequency, [basis]).
  4. Check the parameter details before finalizing input.

Success Criteria

  • The function name, syntax, and parameter positions are visible.
  • You can use that information to complete or correct the formula.

Tips While Using

  • frequency is commonly used for the number of coupon payments per year.
  • [basis] is optional and should match the required day-count basis.