Use the HYPERLINK function in WPS Spreadsheets on Windows to create clickable links in cells; 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
HYPERLINK is a built-in function in WPS Spreadsheets that creates clickable link text in a cell. It can be used to jump to a webpage, file location, or another target address, making it useful for link lists, navigation tables, and reference sheets.
Core tasks include:
- Insert the HYPERLINK function from the Insert Function dialog box.
- Type the
=HYPERLINK(...)formula directly in a cell or in the formula bar. - Review syntax and parameter details from the function help entry.
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 internet connection is required for local formula entry; internet access is needed when opening online links |
| Other | You need access to WPS Spreadsheets and permission to edit worksheet cells |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Spreadsheets, then confirm that the Formulas tab and Insert Function entry are available |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | In WPS Spreadsheets, HYPERLINK creates clickable links through a formula and can be entered from the Insert Function entry. | Microsoft Word supports creating and editing hyperlinks to webpages, files, email addresses, and locations in a document. | Google Docs Editors support adding, updating, and removing links, and Google Sheets supports links in cells and links to cell ranges. | Notion supports links to pages, blocks, and web pages, and also shows backlinks. | Adobe Acrobat supports adding and editing links in PDFs, including links to web pages and locations in a PDF. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: the link is generated directly as a spreadsheet function in a cell, which fits formula-based workflows, reusable sheets, and navigation tables. | Compared with WPS: the official page focuses on manual hyperlink insertion and editing in documents rather than formula-based spreadsheet input. | Compared with WPS: official help covers link insertion and bookmarks across Docs Editors, while WPS focuses more directly on formula-driven spreadsheet links. | Compared with WPS: it is centered on connected pages and content blocks rather than spreadsheet formulas. | Compared with WPS: it is designed for PDF link editing rather than spreadsheet calculation and formula entry. |
| Official Source | — | Create or edit a hyperlink | Work with links & bookmarks | Links & backlinks | Add links to PDFs |
Overall Conclusion
If your main task is creating clickable links through formulas inside a spreadsheet, the HYPERLINK function in WPS is a closer fit for structured data and worksheet navigation. The other products also support links, but their official guidance is more focused on documents, workspace pages, or PDFs.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main pain point | How it helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Website list management | Admin staff, operations teams, teachers | URLs in a worksheet are not easy to open consistently | Use HYPERLINK to turn addresses into clickable entries |
| 2 | Resource navigation sheet | Project members, students | Reference links are scattered across different places | Build a central jump table with HYPERLINK |
| 3 | File index sheet | Office staff | File paths or addresses need centralized management | Separate display text from the target address in one formula |
| 4 | Template directory | Team collaborators | Common resources take time to find repeatedly | Maintain a shared link directory in a worksheet |
| 5 | Course or task list | Trainers, learners | Task descriptions and resource links are separated | Add clickable links directly in the task sheet |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| HYPERLINK function entry and use | ✅ | ✅ |
| PDF tools | ✅ Basic PDF features | ✅ More complete PDF features |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
| Template downloads | Limited | More available |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Daily spreadsheet entry and basic link organization | Free | The HYPERLINK function itself is available for regular spreadsheet work |
| More cloud storage, templates, and broader office features | WPS Premium | Better suited to users who also need expanded document and value-added features |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page