FILTER in WPS on Windows is a built-in spreadsheet function for returning filtered data by condition; 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
The FILTER function in WPS Spreadsheets on Windows is used to return a filtered data range based on conditions. You can insert FILTER from the Insert Function dialog box, type the formula directly in a cell or in the formula bar, and review its syntax and parameter details before completing data calculations.
This function is useful when you need to extract matching records, check formula arguments, or enter spreadsheet formulas more efficiently in WPS Office.
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 online help pages |
| Other | You need to open WPS Spreadsheets and edit a worksheet |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Spreadsheets, go to the Formulas tab, and confirm that you can use Insert Function or type =FILTER(...) directly |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | In WPS Spreadsheets, you can use FILTER from the Insert Function dialog box or by typing =FILTER(...) directly, and you can review syntax and parameter details while entering the function. | Excel provides the FILTER function to filter an array by Boolean criteria and supports an optional [if_empty] argument. | Google Sheets provides the FILTER function to return a filtered range and supports multiple condition arguments. | Notion formulas support filter() for filtering items in lists or relation properties in database-style workflows. | Adobe Acrobat Analyzer supports filtering document collections by attribute values, which is a document-list filtering workflow rather than a spreadsheet function. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS provides both a dialog-based entry path and direct formula entry in the same spreadsheet workflow, making it practical for both new and regular spreadsheet users. | Compared with WPS: Microsoft emphasizes dynamic arrays and spill behavior on its official FILTER page, while WPS focuses more on function entry paths and parameter review. | Compared with WPS: Google focuses on web-based range filtering syntax, while WPS provides a desktop spreadsheet workflow with formula entry from the ribbon and formula bar. | Compared with WPS: Notion filter() is designed for database formulas and list processing, not for cell-based spreadsheet formula entry. | Compared with WPS: Adobe filtering is designed for collection views and attributes, not for cell formulas or spreadsheet parameter dialogs. |
| Official Source | — | FILTER function | FILTER function | Formula syntax & functions | Filter a collection using attributes |
Overall Conclusion
If your main task is entering and checking the FILTER function in a Windows spreadsheet environment, WPS offers a straightforward desktop workflow. Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets provide comparable filtering functions, while Notion and Adobe focus on database-style or document-collection filtering rather than cell formula entry.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable For | Main Pain Point | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Extracting data by condition | Spreadsheet editors | Need to return only records that meet specific conditions | Type =FILTER(...) directly in a cell |
| 2 | Inserting a function quickly | New users | Not familiar with function names or argument order | Find FILTER from the Insert Function entry on the Formulas tab |
| 3 | Checking syntax and arguments | Everyday office users | Need to confirm argument meaning before entering a formula | Review syntax and parameter details from the function help entry |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free Users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Entering and using the FILTER function | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic spreadsheet editing | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Additional value-added office features | Refer to the product page for current details | Refer to the product page for current details |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Daily FILTER function entry and use | Free | The feature content shows no membership restriction for this function |
| Need broader value-added office features as well | WPS Premium | A membership plan may be more suitable when combined with document, PDF, template, or other advanced office needs |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership page: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page