WPS MMULT is a matrix multiplication function in WPS Sheets; 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 MMULT function in WPS Sheets returns the matrix product of two arrays. You can insert it from the Insert Function dialog box, type the formula directly in a cell or in the formula bar, and review its syntax and argument details when needed. This spreadsheet function is useful for matrix calculations, array checks, and formula learning in WPS Office on Windows.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|
| OS | A Windows device that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | No required internet connection for local function calculation; internet access is needed for online help or updates |
| Other | You need to open WPS Sheets and edit worksheet cells |
Download & Installation
| Item | Notes |
|---|
| Official Download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Post-install Check | Launch WPS Office, open Sheets, and confirm that the Formulas tab and formula input area are available |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Google | Notion | Adobe |
|---|
| Capability Summary | Provides the MMULT function to return the matrix product of two arrays, and supports both Insert Function and direct formula entry. | Excel provides the MMULT function to return the matrix product of two arrays, with guidance for dynamic arrays and legacy array formulas. | Google Sheets provides the MMULT function to calculate the matrix product of two matrices by using arrays or ranges. | Notion formulas support multiplication and many other functions, but the official help content does not describe a spreadsheet-style MMULT equivalent for matrix products. | Acrobat focuses on PDF form field calculations such as sums and products, and its official help content does not describe a spreadsheet-style MMULT function. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: MMULT is available directly in a spreadsheet workflow. Distinct: You can enter it through Insert Function or by typing the formula directly. | Compared with WPS: Excel also supports MMULT, but its official guidance places more emphasis on dynamic array behavior and legacy array formula entry. | Compared with WPS: Google Sheets also supports matrix products, but it is primarily positioned in a browser-based spreadsheet workflow. | Compared with WPS: Notion is more focused on database property formulas than cell-based matrix functions. | Compared with WPS: Adobe calculation features are centered on PDF form fields rather than spreadsheet matrix calculations. |
| Official Source | — | MMULT function | MMULT | Formula syntax and functions | Configure form field calculations in Acrobat |
Overall Conclusion
WPS MMULT is a practical option for matrix product calculations in a Windows spreadsheet workflow. Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets provide comparable matrix multiplication support, while Notion and Adobe focus on different calculation models.
Use Cases
| # | Scenario | Target Users | Core Pain Point | Solution |
|---|
| 1 | Matrix product calculation | Data processing users | Need to get the matrix product of two arrays quickly | Enter an MMULT formula in a worksheet cell |
| 2 | Function learning and training | Office trainers | Need to review syntax and argument details | Open MMULT from the Insert Function dialog box |
| 3 | Formula entry review | Everyday spreadsheet users | Need to confirm the correct way to enter the formula | Use Insert Function or type the formula directly |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature | Free User | WPS Member |
|---|
| MMULT formula entry and calculation | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic spreadsheet editing | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| More PDF, template, and extended benefits | Some features are limited | More benefits are available |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Use Case | Recommended Plan | Reason |
|---|
| You only need MMULT and other basic spreadsheet functions | Free version | The feature content shows no membership restriction for this function |
| You also need broader office benefits | WPS Member | Suitable for users who need more templates, PDF tools, and added services |
How to Subscribe
Source: WPS Office pricing page
