TEXJOIN in WPS Sheets on Windows is a built-in function for entering, reviewing, and applying text-joining formulas; it includes 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
TEXJOIN is a built-in function in WPS Sheets for combining multiple text values into one result based on your formula settings. It is useful for names, addresses, labels, and other multi-column text fields.
Core tasks include:
- Insert TEXJOIN from the Insert Function dialog.
- Type the
=TEXJOIN(...)formula directly in a cell or in the formula bar. - Review syntax, arguments, and help details before applying the function.
This page is useful if you want to learn how to use the TEXJOIN function in WPS on Windows for everyday spreadsheet text handling.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | A Windows device |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | No required network connection for local formula entry; internet access is needed for online help pages |
| Other | WPS Office should be installed, and you should be able to open a WPS Sheets file |
Download & Installation
Before using TEXJOIN, install WPS Office on your Windows device and open WPS Sheets.
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Official Download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Post-install Check | Launch WPS Office, open a spreadsheet file, and confirm that the Formula tab and formula bar are available |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | WPS lets you use TEXJOIN in spreadsheet cells through the Insert Function dialog, direct formula entry, and argument review in the function interface. | Microsoft Word supports formulas in table cells through the Formula dialog, mainly for table calculations and field-based formulas rather than spreadsheet-style function editing. | Google Docs focuses on collaborative document editing, while formulas and functions are mainly handled in Google Sheets instead of Docs itself. | Notion provides a formula system for database properties, with functions and syntax designed for database calculations and text processing. | Adobe Acrobat supports calculation rules in PDF form fields, mainly for form automation rather than spreadsheet cell formulas. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS is centered on spreadsheet cell formula entry and supports function insertion, direct typing, and argument review in one workflow. | Compared with WPS: Word formula tools are focused on document tables and field calculations instead of spreadsheet text formulas. | Compared with WPS: Google Docs is not centered on cell-based formula entry, so formula work usually moves to Google Sheets. | Compared with WPS: Notion formulas depend on database properties and are better suited to structured databases than traditional spreadsheet cells. | Compared with WPS: Acrobat calculations are designed for PDF form fields, so the workflow differs from spreadsheet text joining. |
| Official Source | — | Use a formula in a Word table | Google Docs product page | Formula syntax and functions | Configure form field calculations in Acrobat |
Overall Conclusion: If your main task is entering and adjusting text-joining formulas in spreadsheet cells, WPS provides a workflow that fits everyday spreadsheet editing. The other products also support formulas or calculations, but they are aimed more at document tables, database properties, or PDF forms.
Use Cases
| # | Scenario | Target Users | Core Pain Point | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Combine names and departments | HR teams and administrative staff | Text from multiple columns needs to appear in one display field | Use TEXJOIN to combine values from multiple cells |
| 2 | Build addresses or labels | Sales teams and operations staff | Address fields are split across columns and take time to reorganize | Type =TEXJOIN(...) directly in a cell |
| 3 | Check function arguments | New spreadsheet users | The argument order and syntax are unclear | Review the function details through Insert Function and the help entry |
| 4 | Standardize report fields | Finance teams and data coordinators | Report display columns need a consistent text format | Reuse TEXJOIN formulas from the formula bar |
| 5 | Learn text functions | Students and office users | A quick way to understand formula syntax is needed | Review syntax and arguments in the function parameter window |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Feature | Free User | WPS Member |
|---|---|---|
| Basic function entry in WPS Sheets | ✅ | ✅ |
| Basic PDF features | ✅ | ✅ with a broader feature range |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB on some plan listings |
| Template downloads | Limited | Broader access |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Use Case | Recommended Plan | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday spreadsheet learning and basic editing | Free | Basic function entry such as TEXJOIN is available directly |
| More cloud storage or broader add-on benefits | WPS Premium | Suitable for users who also need more document, PDF, and cloud-related features |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page