NETWORKDAYS in WPS Spreadsheet returns the number of complete working days between two dates; 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 | Can be used directly in WPS Spreadsheet |
| Membership-related items | 0 | This feature itself has no membership requirement |
| Version limit | None specified | Use it in the currently available version |
About This Feature
Overview
The NETWORKDAYS function in WPS Spreadsheet is a date calculation function used to return the number of complete working days between two dates. It can also exclude holiday dates when needed.
Core capabilities include:
- Insert the NETWORKDAYS function from the Insert Function dialog box.
- Type the
=NETWORKDAYS(...)formula directly in a cell or in the formula bar. - View the syntax
NETWORKDAYS(start_date, end_date, [holidays])and understand each argument.
This function is useful for attendance tracking, project scheduling, delivery cycle calculation, leave counting, and other worksheet scenarios that need working-day-based results.
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 | No mandatory internet connection is required for local formula entry; internet access is needed for online help or software download |
| Other | You need to open WPS Spreadsheet and edit worksheet cells |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Installation | Download the Windows installer and complete setup with the installation wizard |
| Post-install check | Open WPS Spreadsheet and confirm that the Formula tab and formula bar are available |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | WPS Spreadsheet lets you insert or type the NETWORKDAYS function directly in worksheet cells and use start date, end date, and optional holiday arguments to calculate working days. | Microsoft Word supports formulas in table cells through the Formula command, but this is designed for document table calculations rather than spreadsheet-style function work. | Google Sheets is an online spreadsheet product that supports formulas and calculations in collaborative spreadsheets. | Notion formulas work with database properties, built-in operators, and functions, focusing on database logic instead of traditional worksheet cell formulas. | Adobe Acrobat supports calculated PDF form fields, which are designed for form workflows rather than spreadsheet cell formulas. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: It is built for worksheet cell calculations on the desktop. Advantage: The function can be entered either from the Insert Function dialog box or directly in the formula bar for routine date calculations. | Compared with WPS: Formula entry is available in Word tables, but the workflow is centered on document tables instead of spreadsheet function libraries. | Compared with WPS: Google Sheets emphasizes cloud collaboration and browser-based spreadsheet work, while WPS fits local desktop spreadsheet editing and formula entry. | Compared with WPS: Notion is more suitable for database property calculations and workspace organization, while WPS is more suitable for cell-level formula editing and fill-down use. | Compared with WPS: Acrobat focuses on PDF form calculations, while WPS is more suitable for entering, copying, and adjusting worksheet formulas. |
| Official Source | — | Use a formula in a Word table | Google Sheets product page | Formula syntax and functions | Configure form field calculations in Acrobat |
Overall Conclusion
If you need to calculate working days between two dates in a Windows desktop spreadsheet, NETWORKDAYS in WPS fits that task directly. The other products listed here also support calculation features, but they focus on document tables, cloud spreadsheets, database formulas, or PDF forms.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main need | How it helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Attendance workday counting | HR teams, administrators | Count working days between two dates | Use NETWORKDAYS to calculate workdays in an attendance sheet |
| 2 | Project timeline planning | Project managers, operations teams | Estimate task duration by working days | Enter NETWORKDAYS in a planning sheet to return the duration |
| 3 | Leave and shift calculation | Team leads, HR staff | Exclude weekends when counting valid workdays | Use start and end dates to calculate effective workdays |
| 4 | Delivery time estimation | Sales teams, support teams | Estimate handling time by business days | Use the function to count workdays in a delivery schedule |
| 5 | Finance cycle review | Finance teams, auditors | Check settlement or processing cycles by workdays | Fill NETWORKDAYS across a worksheet for repeated calculations |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Enter and calculate the NETWORKDAYS function | ✅ | ✅ |
| Basic spreadsheet editing | ✅ | ✅ |
| More advanced PDF tools and additional value-added features | Partially limited | More features available |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday formula work and basic spreadsheet editing | Free version | The NETWORKDAYS function itself does not require membership |
| Need more value-added tools and larger cloud storage | WPS Premium | Suitable if you also use broader office features beyond basic formulas |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page