IMCOSH in WPS is a built-in spreadsheet function for returning the hyperbolic cosine of a complex number; 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 |
| Version recommendation | Use the latest WPS Office release | Helps keep formula help and entry points available |
About This Feature
Overview
IMCOSH is a built-in function in WPS Spreadsheets that returns the hyperbolic cosine of a complex number. It is suitable for engineering calculations, mathematical modeling, and formula-based analysis in worksheets.
Core tasks include:
- Insert IMCOSH from the Insert Function dialog when you want to search for the function name and review its parameter structure.
- Type
=IMCOSH(...)directly in a cell or in the formula bar for faster entry and repeated use. - Check the function help entry to review syntax and parameter details before confirming the formula.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Windows device that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | The latest WPS Office version is recommended |
| Network | No mandatory internet connection is required for local formula entry; internet access is needed for online help or updates |
| Other | You need access to WPS Spreadsheets and an editable worksheet |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Spreadsheets and confirm that IMCOSH can be searched from formula-related entry points |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | WPS Spreadsheets provides built-in functions such as IMCOSH, with common entry points including Insert Function, direct cell input, and function help. | Microsoft's official Word page focuses on equation entry with UnicodeMath and LaTeX for document editing, rather than worksheet function entry. | The official Google Docs product page focuses on collaborative document creation, comments, version history, and eSignature workflows instead of spreadsheet functions such as IMCOSH. | Notion supports block and inline math equations with KaTeX and a large subset of LaTeX functions, mainly for page-based math display. | Adobe Acrobat documents calculation fields for PDF forms, where fields can be configured to calculate automatically in form workflows. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: Directly aligned with worksheet cell calculation. Distinct: It combines function insertion, direct formula entry, and syntax review in one spreadsheet workflow. | Compared with WPS: This Microsoft page is centered on document equation formatting and equation input, not a spreadsheet function workflow. | Compared with WPS: The official Google Docs information is centered on online document collaboration and does not present an IMCOSH-style worksheet function entry path. | Compared with WPS: Notion is better suited to displaying equations in pages than to worksheet-based function calculation. | Compared with WPS: Adobe focuses on PDF form calculations and field logic rather than built-in spreadsheet functions in cells. |
| Official Source | — | Word equation formats | Google Docs product page | Notion math equations | Acrobat calculation fields |
Overall Conclusion
If your main goal is to calculate complex-number formulas directly in worksheet cells, WPS Spreadsheets offers a more direct path for entering, checking, and reusing IMCOSH formulas. The other products have clear official capabilities in their own areas, but their documented workflows focus more on document equations, collaboration, or PDF form calculations.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable For | Main Need | Recommended Approach |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Complex-number engineering calculations | Engineering and research users | Need quick hyperbolic cosine results for complex numbers in a worksheet | Type =IMCOSH(...) directly in a cell |
| 2 | Formula learning and verification | Students and training users | Need help with the function name or parameter format | Search for IMCOSH in Insert Function and review the parameter dialog |
| 3 | Reusable worksheet templates | Analysts and office users | Need to copy the same formula across rows or columns | Enter the IMCOSH formula once and fill or copy it across the sheet |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| IMCOSH formula entry and calculation | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic PDF features | ✅ Available | ✅ Available, with a broader feature range |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB, as shown on the official pricing page |
| Template downloads | Limited | More available |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| You mainly need IMCOSH and other basic spreadsheet functions | Free | The function itself is available without membership for everyday formula work |
| You also need more cloud storage, templates, and broader office features | WPS Premium | Better suited to long-term, multi-device, or broader office use |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership page: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page