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How to Use the WRAPCOLS Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 14, 2026

This how-to guide includes 3 topics for using WRAPCOLS in WPS Sheets on Windows; 3 are available without membership and 0 are membership-related.

How-to Index

#TopicMembership
11. Insert WRAPCOLS from the Insert Function dialog boxFree
22. Type a WRAPCOLS formula directly in a cellFree
33. Review WRAPCOLS syntax and argumentsFree

How-to Guide

1. Insert WRAPCOLS from the Insert Function dialog box

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 WRAPCOLS in the Insert Function dialog box.
  4. Select the function and click OK.
  5. Enter each argument in the Function Arguments dialog box.
  6. Click OK to finish inserting the formula.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: The selected cell now contains a WRAPCOLS formula.
  • Next actions: You can adjust arguments, press Enter, or review the output range.
  • No side effects: Other unselected cells remain unchanged.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: A misspelled function name can prevent the function from appearing in search.
  • Environment limits: If the Formula tab is not visible, make sure you are in a spreadsheet editing view.

2. Type a WRAPCOLS formula directly in a cell

Entry point: Cell area → Formula bar

  1. Select the cell where you want to enter the formula.
  2. Type =WRAPCOLS(...) directly in the cell or in the formula bar.
  3. Press Enter to confirm.
  4. If you want to review argument hints, watch the formula bar after typing the opening parenthesis.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: The cell shows the formula result, and the formula bar keeps the WRAPCOLS formula.
  • Next actions: You can copy the formula, change references, or adjust arguments.
  • No side effects: The original referenced data is not directly overwritten.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: Incorrect parentheses, separators, or references can cause unexpected results.
  • Environment limits: For dynamic array output, make sure the spill range has enough empty cells.

3. Review WRAPCOLS syntax and arguments

Entry point: Formula tab → Insert Function

  1. Click Insert Function on the Formula tab.
  2. Type WRAPCOLS in the search box.
  3. Select the function to review its syntax and argument area.
  4. Click the help link for more details if it is available.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: You can see the WRAPCOLS syntax or argument description screen.
  • Next actions: You can return to the worksheet and continue entering the formula.
  • No side effects: Reviewing help does not change existing worksheet data.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: Selecting the wrong function first can open unrelated function details.
  • Environment limits: Opening online help usually requires an internet connection.