ATAN2 in WPS on Windows: Introduction

ATAN2 in WPS is a spreadsheet function for returning an angle from x- and y-coordinates; this guide covers 4 core tasks, with 4 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.

At a Glance

Metric	Value	Notes
Core tasks	4	Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index
Available without membership	4	Matches the number of Free rows in the index
Membership-related items	0	Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index
Version limit	None	Available in WPS Spreadsheet on Windows

About This Feature

Overview

ATAN2 is a built-in function in WPS Spreadsheet on Windows for angle calculation, coordinate analysis, and formula-based data processing. After you enter two parameters, it returns the inverse tangent result associated with the specified point, which is useful for math worksheets, engineering analysis, and tables that require angle conversion.

Core capabilities include:

Use the ATAN2 function directly for routine angle calculations in cells.
Enter flexible parameters for different coordinate and numeric combinations.
Combine the function with cross-sheet references and nested formulas for more complex calculations.
Recalculate results automatically when referenced data changes.

System Requirements

Item	Requirement
Operating system	A Windows device that can run WPS Office normally
App version	The latest version of WPS Office is recommended
Network	No mandatory internet connection is required for local formula calculation; downloading, installation, and account-related actions require internet access
Other	You need access to WPS Spreadsheet and editable worksheet cells

Download & Installation

Before using the ATAN2 function, install WPS Office for Windows and confirm that WPS Spreadsheet opens normally.

Item	Details
Official download	WPS Office Free Download
Post-installation check	Open WPS Office → open WPS Spreadsheet → select any cell and type `=ATAN2(` to confirm that formula input and hints are available

Source: WPS Download Center

Compare with Alternatives

Dimension	WPS	Microsoft	Google	Notion	Adobe
Capability Summary	In WPS Spreadsheet, you can enter the `ATAN2` function directly in a cell, use parameters, build nested formulas, reference other sheets, and let results update when data changes.	Excel provides `ATAN2(x_num, y_num)` and documents the returned angle, syntax, result range, and error condition when both coordinates are zero.	Google Sheets supports cell formulas in spreadsheet cells, shows a function help box while editing, and provides a function list for spreadsheet calculations.	Notion formulas work with database properties, built-ins, and functions, which fits database property calculations rather than traditional worksheet cell formulas.	Adobe Acrobat supports calculated form fields in PDF forms, which is useful for form-driven calculations rather than spreadsheet-style cell formulas.
WPS Advantages	Advantage: Directly fits worksheet cell formula workflows for angle and coordinate calculations. Distinct: Supports cross-sheet references and automatic recalculation when source data changes.	Compared with WPS: Excel offers a dedicated ATAN2 function with detailed syntax notes and examples, but it is centered on the Microsoft Excel environment.	Compared with WPS: Google Sheets emphasizes browser-based spreadsheet formulas and on-screen help while editing; the cited pages confirm formula workflows and function coverage rather than a dedicated ATAN2 article.	Compared with WPS: Notion formulas are designed around database properties and formula fields, not standard spreadsheet cells or cross-sheet worksheet references.	Compared with WPS: Adobe calculation features are designed for PDF form fields and signing workflows, not general spreadsheet function authoring.
Official Source	—	ATAN2 function	Google Sheets function list	Intro to formulas	Configure form field calculations in Acrobat

Overall Conclusion
ATAN2 in WPS is well suited to standard spreadsheet work where you need to enter formulas directly in cells and keep results updated as source values change. Microsoft Excel is the closest match for dedicated worksheet functions, while Google Sheets is a strong fit for browser-based spreadsheet editing. Notion and Adobe are better aligned with database formulas and PDF form calculations instead of traditional spreadsheet function entry.

Use Cases

No.	Scenario	Suitable for	Main challenge	How ATAN2 helps
1	Coordinate angle calculation	Students and teachers	Need to calculate angles from coordinates quickly	Enter ATAN2 in a cell to return the angle result
2	Engineering data analysis	Engineers and technical staff	Need to calculate direction angles for multiple data groups	Fill formulas with cell references for batch calculation
3	Complex formula modeling	Data analysts	A single function is not enough for the full calculation chain	Nest ATAN2 with other functions
4	Cross-sheet data linkage	Office users	Source data is spread across multiple worksheets	Use cross-sheet references in the formula
5	Dynamic result updates	Report maintainers	Results need to stay aligned with changing source data	Let recalculation update the result automatically

Membership & Benefits

Free vs WPS Premium

Capability	Free users	WPS Premium
ATAN2 function usage	✅ Available	✅ Available
Basic spreadsheet calculation	✅ Available	✅ Available
Advanced PDF and some extended tools	Limited or provided as described on the pricing page	Broader access depending on the selected plan
Cloud storage	1 GB	20 GB or as described for the selected plan

Source: WPS Office pricing page

Recommendations

Usage scenario	Recommended plan	Why
Everyday formula entry and basic calculations	Free	ATAN2 itself does not require membership for routine spreadsheet use
More cloud storage or broader office capabilities	WPS Premium	Suitable if you also need additional tools and cross-scenario office features

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