This guide introduces the DAYS function in WPS Spreadsheet on Windows; 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 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
About This Feature
Overview
DAYS is a built-in date function in WPS Spreadsheet that returns the number of days between two dates. Its syntax is DAYS(end_date, start_date). It is useful for attendance tracking, project duration calculations, contract date checks, and other spreadsheet scenarios that require date differences.
Core tasks include:
- Insert the DAYS function from the Insert Function dialog when you want guided parameter entry.
- Type
=DAYS(...)directly in a cell or in the formula bar for faster formula entry. - Review the function syntax and parameter details before finalizing a formula.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Windows device |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | No mandatory internet connection is required for local formula entry and calculation; internet access is needed for online help and downloads |
| Other | WPS Office should be installed and WPS Spreadsheet should open normally |
Download & Installation
Before using DAYS, install WPS Office for Windows and confirm that you can open a spreadsheet file normally.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Post-install check | Launch WPS Office, open a spreadsheet, and confirm that the Formula tab includes the Insert Function entry |
Source: WPS Office download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Provides DAYS(end_date, start_date) to return the number of days between two dates, and supports function insertion through the Insert Function dialog. | Excel provides DAYS(end_date, start_date) to return the number of days between two dates. | Google Sheets provides DAYS(end_date,start_date) to return the number of days between two dates and notes that leap days are factored in. | Notion uses dateBetween() to calculate the difference between two dates and can return the result in days and other units. | Adobe Acrobat Sign calculated fields support date functions such as dateAdd and datePart for date-related form calculations. |
| Official Source | — | DAYS function | DAYS function | Formula syntax & functions | Add calculated fields to a form |
Advantage: In WPS Spreadsheet, you can combine the Formula tab, formula bar, and function parameter dialog in one spreadsheet workflow.
Overall Conclusion
If your work mainly involves spreadsheet-based date difference calculations, the DAYS function in WPS covers common needs directly. Compared with the alternatives above, WPS keeps formula entry, function lookup, and parameter review in a straightforward spreadsheet workflow.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable For | Main Need | How DAYS Helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project duration tracking | Project managers, operations staff | Calculate the number of days between a start date and an end date | Use DAYS(end_date, start_date) to return the interval directly |
| 2 | Contract date review | Administrative, legal, and sales teams | Check elapsed or remaining days between key dates | Reference two date cells in a spreadsheet formula |
| 3 | Attendance and scheduling analysis | HR staff and team leads | Measure natural day differences between dates | Use Insert Function or direct formula entry |
| 4 | Data validation | Finance and analysts | Avoid incorrect results caused by inconsistent date formats | Check date formats first, then confirm parameter order |
| 5 | Batch formula fill | Frequent spreadsheet users | Apply the same date-difference formula across many rows | Enter the formula once and fill it down |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
The DAYS function itself is available without membership. If your work only involves standard spreadsheet formulas and date calculations, the free plan is usually sufficient. A paid plan may be more relevant if you also need additional PDF, cloud, or other extended office features.
| Capability | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| DAYS function entry and calculation | Yes | Yes |
| Standard spreadsheet formula editing | Yes | Yes |
| Other extended benefits | Refer to the current pricing page | Refer to the current pricing page |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday date calculations and basic spreadsheet work | Free | The DAYS function has no membership restriction |
| Additional office benefits beyond standard spreadsheet work | WPS Premium | Suitable if you also need broader paid office benefits shown on the pricing page |
How to Subscribe
- To review available plans, visit: Subscribe to WPS Premium
Source: WPS Office pricing page