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How to Use the TIMEVALUE Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 14, 2026

Use the TIMEVALUE function through 3 how-to topics on Windows, all available without membership.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership
11. Enter TIMEVALUE from the Insert Function dialogFree
22. Type the formula directly in a cellFree
33. Review the function syntax and parameter detailsFree

How-to Guide

1. Enter TIMEVALUE from the Insert Function dialog

Entry point: Formula tab → Insert Function

  1. Select the cell where you want to enter the formula.
  2. Click the fx button in the formula bar, or click Insert Function on the Formula tab.
  3. Search for TIMEVALUE in the dialog box.
  4. Select the function and click OK.
  5. Enter the time_text parameter in the Function Arguments dialog.
  6. Click OK to finish.

Success Criteria

  • The target cell contains a TIMEVALUE formula.
  • You can continue editing the parameter, confirm the formula, or fill it down.

Tips While Using

  • A misspelled function name can make the function harder to find.
  • Use a recognizable time format for the text parameter.

2. Type the formula directly in a cell

Entry point: Cell or formula bar

  1. Select the target cell.
  2. Type =TIMEVALUE(...) in the cell or formula bar.
  3. Press Enter to confirm.
  4. If needed, copy the formula or drag the fill handle to apply it to more cells.

Success Criteria

  • The cell returns the corresponding time serial number or calculation result.
  • You can copy, fill, or combine the result with other formulas.

Tips While Using

  • Using non-English punctuation or omitting the equal sign can prevent the formula from working.
  • If the time text is not recognized, the formula may return an error.

3. Review the function syntax and parameter details

Entry point: Formula tab → Insert Function

  1. Click Insert Function on the Formula tab.
  2. Search for TIMEVALUE.
  3. Select the function and review the syntax TIMEVALUE(time_text).
  4. Open the related help entry to review parameter details and usage notes.

Success Criteria

  • The function name, syntax, and parameter details are visible.
  • You can return to the worksheet and continue entering or editing the formula.

Tips While Using

  • Checking only the function name without reviewing the parameter format can lead to input errors.
  • Before processing many rows, confirm that the time text format is consistent.