WPS Spreadsheet MAXIFS returns the maximum value that meets one or more criteria; 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
MAXIFS is a statistical function in WPS Spreadsheet on Windows. It returns the maximum value from a target range after filtering by one or more criteria.
Core tasks include:
- Insert MAXIFS from the Insert Function dialog.
- Type the
=MAXIFS(...)formula directly in a cell or in the formula bar. - Review the function syntax and parameter details for
MAXIFS(max_range, criteria_range1, criteria1, [criteria_range2, criteria2], ...).
It is useful for sales analysis, score filtering, inventory review, and other spreadsheet tasks that require a conditional maximum value.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Windows device that can run WPS Office |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | No mandatory internet connection is required for local formula entry and calculation; internet access is needed for downloads or online help |
| Other | WPS Office should be installed, and you should be able to open WPS Spreadsheet files |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Office, then open a spreadsheet file and confirm that formula-related entries are available from the Formula tab or the formula bar |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | WPS Spreadsheet supports MAXIFS to return the maximum value that matches one or more criteria, and you can enter it through the function dialog or by typing the formula directly. | Excel provides the MAXIFS function to return the maximum value among cells specified by a set of criteria, and its documentation notes that the size and shape of the ranges must match. | Google Sheets provides MAXIFS to return the maximum value in a filtered range and supports multiple criteria ranges. | Notion formulas support functions such as max() for numbers or lists, but they do not follow the spreadsheet-style MAXIFS structure. | Acrobat forms support predefined calculations such as Maximum across form fields, but this is designed for PDF form calculations rather than spreadsheet formulas. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS provides a spreadsheet-style MAXIFS workflow with both guided insertion and direct formula entry for everyday data analysis. | Compared with WPS: Excel offers a similar MAXIFS function, while Microsoft notes version or subscription availability for some environments. | Compared with WPS: Google Sheets also supports MAXIFS, but the main workflow is centered on web-based spreadsheets. | Compared with WPS: Notion can calculate maximum values, but it is oriented toward database properties and page formulas instead of standard spreadsheet function entry. | Compared with WPS: Acrobat can calculate a maximum value in form fields, but the scenario is PDF form design rather than general spreadsheet analysis. |
| Official Source | — | MAXIFS function | MAXIFS | Formula syntax and functions | PDF form field calculations |
Overall Conclusion
If your main task is finding a conditional maximum in a spreadsheet, WPS Spreadsheet provides a familiar formula workflow on Windows. Other products also support related calculation scenarios, but their usage paths and target use cases differ.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main challenge | How MAXIFS helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sales filtering | Sales teams, operations teams | Find the highest sales amount that matches a region or month | Use MAXIFS to return the maximum value by criteria |
| 2 | Score analysis | Teachers, school staff | Find the highest score for a class or subject | Use multiple criteria ranges to calculate the maximum score |
| 3 | Inventory review | Warehouse teams, purchasing teams | Find the highest stock value in a selected category | Combine criteria in the spreadsheet and calculate the maximum |
| 4 | Financial summaries | Finance teams | Find the highest amount for a project or period | Limit the calculation scope with formula parameters |
| 5 | Data checking | General office users | Verify the peak value in a selected data group | Type the formula directly and review the result |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| MAXIFS formula entry and calculation | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic spreadsheet editing | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Additional PDF, template, and cloud benefits | Some features are limited | More extended benefits are available |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday spreadsheet formulas | Free | MAXIFS itself is available without membership for regular calculation tasks |
| More cloud storage, templates, or broader office benefits | WPS Premium | Suitable if you also need more advanced office benefits beyond basic formula use |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page