Use MAXIFS through 3 how-to topics in WPS Spreadsheet, with 3 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
How-to Index
| No. | Topic | Membership Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Insert MAXIFS from the Insert Function dialog | Free |
| 2 | 2. Type the formula directly in a cell | Free |
| 3 | 3. Review the syntax and parameter details | Free |
How-to Guide
1. Insert MAXIFS from the Insert Function dialog
Entry point: Formula tab → Insert Function
- Select the cell where you want to enter the formula.
- Click the fx button in the formula bar, or click Insert Function on the Formula tab.
- Search for MAXIFS in the dialog box.
- Select the function and click OK.
- Enter each parameter in the Function Arguments dialog.
- Click OK to finish inserting the formula.
Success Criteria
- Interface result: The target cell contains a MAXIFS formula.
- What you can do next: You can continue editing parameters, press Enter to confirm, or copy the formula to other cells.
Tips While Using
- Keep the related ranges aligned so the result can be calculated correctly.
- Check separators and cell references when entering criteria and ranges.
2. Type the formula directly in a cell
Entry point: Cell → Formula bar
- Select the cell where you want to enter the formula.
- Type
=MAXIFS(...)directly in the cell or in the formula bar. - Press Enter to confirm.
- If you need to adjust the formula, double-click the cell or edit it in the formula bar.
Success Criteria
- Interface result: The cell shows the calculated result, and the formula bar keeps the full formula.
- What you can do next: You can fill down, copy and paste, or change the reference style.
Tips While Using
- Separate parameters with commas.
- If the result looks incorrect, first check whether the criteria ranges match the max range.
3. Review the syntax and parameter details
Entry point: Formula tab → Insert Function
- Click Insert Function on the Formula tab.
- Enter MAXIFS in the search box.
- Select the function and review the syntax:
MAXIFS(max_range, criteria_range1, criteria1, [criteria_range2, criteria2], ...). - Open the related help entry if you want more detailed parameter guidance.
Success Criteria
- Interface result: You can see the function name, syntax structure, and parameter input area.
- What you can do next: You can return to the worksheet and continue entering or editing the formula.
Tips While Using
- Enter multiple conditions in pairs of criteria range plus criteria.
- If an error value appears, check the number of parameters and the referenced ranges first.