DAYS360 in WPS is a spreadsheet date function that calculates the number of days between two dates based on a 360-day year; 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
DAYS360 is a built-in date and financial function in WPS Spreadsheet. It returns the number of days between two dates by using a 360-day year with 12 months of 30 days each.
Core tasks include:
- Insert DAYS360 from the Insert Function dialog.
- Enter
=DAYS360(...)directly in a cell or in the formula bar. - Review the function syntax
DAYS360(start_date, end_date, [method])and its arguments.
This function is useful for worksheets that need a 360-day basis for payment periods, billing cycles, interest periods, and similar date calculations.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Windows device that can run WPS Office |
| App version | Using the latest version of WPS Office is recommended for full function access and help entry points |
| Network | No mandatory network connection is required for local formula entry; internet access is needed for online help or software download |
| Other | Use WPS Spreadsheet and prepare cells that contain valid date values |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Post-installation check | Open WPS Office, start a spreadsheet, and confirm that the Formula tab includes the Insert Function entry |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Provides the DAYS360 function, supports insertion from the function dialog, direct formula entry, and syntax review inside the spreadsheet workflow. | Excel provides DAYS360(start_date,end_date,[method]) to return the number of days between two dates based on a 360-day year. | Google Sheets provides DAYS360(start_date, end_date, [method]) for date differences based on the 360-day year used in some financial calculations. | Notion supports dateBetween() to return the difference between two dates, but it is a database formula feature rather than a spreadsheet DAYS360 function. | Adobe Acrobat Sign supports date calculation functions such as dateDiff() in calculated form fields. |
| Official Source | — | DAYS360 function | DAYS360 | Formula syntax & functions | Add calculated fields to a form |
Advantage: Works directly in spreadsheet cells and fits naturally into formula-based worksheet calculations.; Offers both an Insert Function path and direct formula entry for the same task.
Overall Conclusion
If your work focuses on spreadsheet-based date difference calculations, WPS, Microsoft Excel, and Google Sheets all provide closely related DAYS360 capabilities. Notion and Adobe are more suitable for database formulas or form calculations, while WPS keeps the workflow centered on spreadsheet cells and formula entry.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable For | Main Need | How DAYS360 Helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Billing period calculation | Finance teams, cashiers | Calculate periods on a consistent 360-day basis | Use DAYS360 to return the number of days between a start date and an end date |
| 2 | Payment cycle tracking | Administrative and procurement staff | Avoid manual counting across months with different lengths | Enter DAYS360 in cells for a consistent calculation method |
| 3 | Contract period estimation | Business and operations staff | Compare multiple date ranges quickly | Insert DAYS360 and reuse the formula across rows |
| 4 | Training and teaching | Trainers and students | Review syntax and argument meanings while learning formulas | Open the function dialog to view syntax and argument prompts |
| 5 | Repeated worksheet calculations | Spreadsheet users handling many rows | Apply the same date calculation to multiple records efficiently | Enter DAYS360 once and fill the formula down or across |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free Users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Core Writer, Spreadsheet, and Presentation apps | Available | Available |
| Basic use of the DAYS360 function | Available | Available |
| Some advanced PDF, AI, and expanded cloud storage features | May be limited | More related benefits may be available |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday spreadsheet work and standard formula usage | Free plan | DAYS360 belongs to the standard spreadsheet function workflow |
| Work that also needs more PDF, AI, or cloud storage features | WPS Premium | Better suited to users who need broader office capabilities |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership page: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page