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How to Use the ISERROR Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 13, 2026

Use the ISERROR function in WPS on Windows with 3 how-to topics; all 3 are available without membership and 0 are membership-related.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership Requirement
11. Insert ISERROR from the Insert Function dialog boxFree
22. Type the ISERROR formula directly in a cellFree
33. View ISERROR syntax and argument detailsFree

How-to Guide

1. Insert ISERROR from the Insert Function dialog box

Entry point: Formula tab → Insert Function

  1. Select the cell where you want to enter the formula.
  2. Click the fx button in the formula bar, or click Insert Function on the Formula tab.
  3. Search for ISERROR in the dialog box.
  4. Select the function and click OK.
  5. Enter the expression or reference that you want to test.
  6. Click OK to finish inserting the function.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: the target cell contains an ISERROR formula.
  • What you can do next: you can edit the arguments, press Enter to confirm, or copy the formula to other cells.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: a misspelled function name can make the function harder to find.
  • Environment note: if the spreadsheet editing window is not open, the Formula tab may not be visible.

2. Type the ISERROR formula directly in a cell

Entry point: worksheet cell or formula bar

  1. Select the cell where you want to enter the formula.
  2. Type =ISERROR(...) directly.
  3. Enter the formula, cell reference, or expression inside the parentheses.
  4. Press Enter to confirm.
  5. Check whether the result is TRUE or FALSE.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: the cell shows TRUE or FALSE.
  • What you can do next: you can drag the fill handle to copy the formula to nearby cells.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: missing the equal sign, using unmatched parentheses, or placing arguments incorrectly can affect the result.
  • Environment note: the input area must be editable.

3. View ISERROR syntax and argument details

Entry point: Formula tab → Insert Function

  1. Click Insert Function on the Formula tab.
  2. Enter ISERROR in the search box.
  3. Select the function to review its syntax and argument details.
  4. If a help link is available, open it for more details.
  5. Return to the worksheet and adjust the formula as needed.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: the ISERROR name, syntax, or argument details are visible.
  • What you can do next: you can re-enter or revise the formula based on the guidance.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: checking only the function name without reviewing the arguments can still lead to input errors.
  • Environment note: opening online help may require an internet connection.