LN in WPS is a natural logarithm function in WPS Spreadsheets; 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 LN function in WPS Spreadsheets returns the natural logarithm of a number. It is useful for spreadsheet calculations, data analysis, financial models, and science-related worksheets on Windows.
Core tasks include:
- Insert the LN function from the Insert Function dialog when you want guided parameter entry.
- Type
=LN(...)directly in a cell or in the formula bar for faster formula input. - Review the syntax
LN(number)and parameter details before applying the function in a worksheet.
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 | A network connection is not required for local formula entry, but it is needed for online help and downloads |
| Other | WPS Office should be installed, and you should be able to open a spreadsheet file |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Office, create or open a spreadsheet, and confirm that you can use the LN function from the Formulas tab or the formula bar |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | In WPS Spreadsheets, you can use the LN function by opening the Insert Function dialog or by typing =LN(...) directly in a cell, then review syntax and parameter details. | Microsoft Word supports formulas in table cells through the Formula command, but this is designed for document tables rather than a full spreadsheet formula environment. | Google Sheets is an online spreadsheet product that supports formulas, calculations, and collaborative spreadsheet work. | Notion formulas work with database properties, built-ins, and functions, rather than traditional spreadsheet cells. | Adobe Acrobat supports calculated fields in PDF forms, mainly for form-field calculations instead of spreadsheet-style formula entry. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: LN is used directly in spreadsheet cells on Windows. Distinct: WPS supports both dialog-based insertion and direct formula typing for the same function workflow. | Compared with WPS: Word formula features are centered on table calculations inside documents, so the entry path and use case are narrower than spreadsheet formula work. | Compared with WPS: Google Sheets emphasizes cloud collaboration, while WPS provides a more desktop-oriented spreadsheet workflow for local formula entry. | Compared with WPS: Notion formulas apply to database properties and do not use a traditional cell-based =LN(...) spreadsheet pattern. | Compared with WPS: Acrobat calculations are built for PDF form fields, not for spreadsheet cells, fill handles, or worksheet-style formula reuse. |
| Official Source | — | Use a formula in a Word table | Google Sheets product page | Intro to formulas | Configure form field calculations in Acrobat |
Overall Conclusion
WPS is a practical fit when you want to use the LN function in a desktop spreadsheet workflow on Windows. If your work focuses on local worksheet editing, direct formula entry, and standard spreadsheet operations, WPS offers a straightforward path. Other products may fit better when your main scenario is document tables, database properties, or PDF form calculations.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main challenge | How WPS helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Financial growth analysis | Finance staff | Need to apply logarithmic processing to growth data | Enter the LN function in cells to calculate natural logarithms |
| 2 | Science data review | Teachers, students, researchers | Need to verify logarithmic results quickly | Use the Insert Function dialog to review parameters and complete the calculation |
| 3 | Batch formula fill | Data workers | Need to reuse the same function across many cells | Enter the LN formula once and fill it down across the target range |
| 4 | Formula learning and checking | New users | Need help understanding syntax and parameters | Review LN(number) before entering the formula |
| 5 | Report modeling | Office users | Need to add logarithmic calculations to an existing worksheet model | Type the LN function in the formula bar and combine it with other functions |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| LN function entry and calculation | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic spreadsheet editing | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Advanced PDF editing and conversion | Limited | ✅ More features |
| Template downloads | Limited | ✅ More benefits |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday formula use and learning how LN works | Free | The LN function itself can be used without membership |
| Need more PDF, template, and cloud-storage benefits | WPS Premium | Suitable if you also use broader office features beyond spreadsheet formulas |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page