WPS WEEKDAY returns the weekday number for a date in WPS Spreadsheet; 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 | All tasks below are available directly |
About This Feature
Overview
The WEEKDAY function in WPS Spreadsheet returns the weekday number for a given date. It is useful for attendance sheets, shift schedules, and reports that need weekday-based sorting or calculation.
Core tasks include:
- Insert WEEKDAY from the Insert Function dialog.
- Type
=WEEKDAY(...)directly in a cell or in the formula bar. - Review the syntax
WEEKDAY(serial_number, [return_type])and its parameters before applying the formula.
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 downloads or online help |
| Other | You need to open WPS Spreadsheet and edit worksheet cells |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Spreadsheet 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 | In WPS Spreadsheet, you can insert WEEKDAY from the function dialog or type the formula directly in a worksheet cell, then review parameter guidance. | Microsoft Support explains how to insert formulas in Word tables through the Formula dialog, but the documented workflow is centered on Word table calculations rather than spreadsheet cells. | Google Docs Editors Help explains that Google Sheets lets users type formulas directly in a cell and shows a function help box with syntax guidance during editing. | Notion Help Center explains that formulas work with database properties and functions, including date-related functions, but the workflow is built around database properties instead of spreadsheet cells. | Adobe Help content explains how to configure calculation fields in Acrobat forms, which supports calculated form fields rather than spreadsheet-style worksheet formulas. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: WPS supports both dialog-based insertion and direct formula entry in a desktop spreadsheet workflow. Distinct: It fits traditional worksheet editing for users who want to move between guided insertion and manual typing. | Compared with WPS: the official Microsoft page here focuses on Word table formulas, so the documented scenario is different from spreadsheet formula entry. | Compared with WPS: Google emphasizes browser-based sheet editing with inline help, while WPS fits desktop spreadsheet work on Windows. | Compared with WPS: Notion formulas depend on database properties and schema design, so they are less aligned with classic worksheet cell entry. | Compared with WPS: Adobe calculation features are designed for PDF form fields, not for general spreadsheet formula editing. |
| Official Source | — | Word table formulas | Add formulas and functions | Formula syntax and functions | Configure form field calculations |
Overall Conclusion
If you want to work with WEEKDAY in a desktop spreadsheet on Windows, WPS provides a direct worksheet-oriented workflow with both guided insertion and manual entry. Other products also support formulas or calculations, but their official workflows are aimed at word-processing tables, browser-based sheets, database properties, or PDF forms.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable For | Main Need | How WEEKDAY Helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Attendance date checks | HR and administrative staff | Quickly identify which weekday a date falls on | Use WEEKDAY to return a weekday number for later counting or labeling |
| 2 | Shift scheduling | Team managers | Separate weekdays from weekends in a schedule | Apply WEEKDAY to date columns before arranging shifts |
| 3 | Sales reporting | Finance and operations teams | Group records by weekday for analysis | Create a weekday field with WEEKDAY before summarizing data |
| 4 | Teaching plans | Teachers and trainers | Match lesson dates to weekdays | Use WEEKDAY to verify the weekday for each class date |
| 5 | Project timelines | Project contributors | Check which weekday a milestone date lands on | Insert WEEKDAY into the schedule sheet for date review |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Enter and calculate the WEEKDAY function | ✅ | ✅ |
| Basic spreadsheet editing | ✅ | ✅ |
| Additional advanced benefits | Available within the free scope shown on the pricing page | Includes more advanced features and extended benefits |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Learning formulas and handling everyday spreadsheets | Free | The WEEKDAY function itself is available directly for common study and office work |
| Long-term work that also needs more advanced office benefits | WPS Premium | Suitable if you also need more PDF, template, cloud, or other extended benefits |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page