TODAY in WPS Spreadsheet on Windows returns the current date; 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 TODAY function is a built-in date function in WPS Spreadsheet on Windows that returns the current date.
Core tasks include:
- Insert the TODAY function from the Insert Function dialog when you want to search for the function name through the interface.
- Type
=TODAY()directly in a cell or in the formula bar for faster entry. - Review the
TODAY()syntax and help details before entering or checking the formula.
This function is useful for daily reports, worksheet templates that need the current date, and routine spreadsheet entry.
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 and calculation; internet access is needed for online help or downloads |
| Other | WPS Spreadsheet should be installed, and you should have permission to open or edit spreadsheet files |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Spreadsheet and confirm that the Formula tab, formula bar, and fx button are available |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | In WPS Spreadsheet, you can use the TODAY function through Insert Function, direct formula entry, and the help entry to return the current date. | Microsoft Support explains that Word can use formulas in tables for calculations, but the feature is centered on Word table formulas rather than spreadsheet-style function entry. | Google Sheets product information states that Sheets supports formulas and calculations in collaborative online spreadsheets. | Notion Help explains that formulas work with database properties, built-ins, and functions rather than traditional spreadsheet cells. | Adobe Acrobat Help explains that calculation features are used for PDF form fields rather than spreadsheet cells. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS provides direct cell-based use of the TODAY function in a spreadsheet interface, which fits everyday date entry and worksheet calculation tasks. | Compared with WPS: the official formula workflow described here is for Word tables, so the experience is less focused on spreadsheet-style date formulas. | Compared with WPS: Google Sheets supports formulas well, but the main workflow is tied to a browser-based or cloud collaboration environment. | Compared with WPS: Notion formulas are designed for database properties and project workflows instead of standard spreadsheet cell formulas. | Compared with WPS: Acrobat calculation features are designed for PDF form workflows, so the usage scenario differs from spreadsheet date functions. |
| Official Source | — | Use a formula in a Word table | Google Sheets product page | Intro to formulas | Configure form field calculations in Acrobat |
Overall Conclusion
If your main goal is to return the current date inside a spreadsheet on Windows, the TODAY function in WPS fits a direct worksheet workflow. Other products also provide calculation features, but their official use cases are more focused on document tables, cloud collaboration databases, or PDF forms.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main issue | How WPS helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Auto-fill the date in daily reports | Administrative staff, operations teams, teachers | Re-entering the date every day takes time | Enter =TODAY() in a cell to return the current date automatically |
| 2 | Keep template headers updated | Finance teams, project members | Reused templates can keep an old date by mistake | Insert the TODAY function so the date updates with the worksheet |
| 3 | Learn the function syntax | New users | The function format and purpose may be unclear | Check the TODAY() syntax from the function help entry |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Enter and calculate the TODAY function | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic spreadsheet editing | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Additional advanced benefits | Depends on the current account benefits shown | Includes more advanced features and services |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday use of the TODAY function | Free | The function workflow shown here does not require membership |
| Broader office or PDF needs beyond this function | WPS Premium | Suitable if you also need more advanced document, PDF, or extended service features |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page