How to Use the CEILING Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 17, 2026

Use the CEILING function through 4 how-to topics, all available in WPS AirSheet, and follow the entry point and steps for each task.

How-to Index

#TopicMembership
11. Enter the CEILING functionFree
22. View syntax promptsFree
33. Use cross-sheet referencesFree
44. Use CEILING in a nested formulaFree

How-to Guide

1. Enter the CEILING function

Entry point: Formulas tab → Formula bar

  1. Open WPS AirSheet and select the cell where you want to show the result.
  2. Type = in the formula bar or directly in the cell.
  3. Type CEILING(.
  4. Enter the required arguments and press Enter.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: The target cell shows the calculation result.
  • Next actions: You can continue copying the formula or editing the arguments.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: If the formula does not start with =, the content may be treated as plain text.

2. View syntax prompts

Entry point: Formula bar

  1. Select the target cell.
  2. Type =CEILING(.
  3. Review the syntax prompt and parameter example that appears.
  4. Complete the arguments based on the prompt.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: Function prompt information appears in the input area.
  • Next actions: You can continue completing the formula based on the prompt.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: If the function name is incomplete or misspelled, the prompt may not match correctly.

3. Use cross-sheet references

Entry point: Formula bar → Worksheet tabs

  1. Select the result cell and type =CEILING(.
  2. Switch to the worksheet that contains the source data.
  3. Select the referenced cell and add the multiple argument.
  4. Type the closing parenthesis and press Enter.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: The formula includes a cross-sheet reference.
  • Next actions: You can review the result again after the source data changes.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: An incorrect reference range or argument position can affect the result.

4. Use CEILING in a nested formula

Entry point: Formula bar

  1. Select the target cell.
  2. Enter the overall formula structure that includes other functions.
  3. Insert CEILING where upward rounding is needed.
  4. Check the parentheses and arguments, then press Enter.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: The formula returns a result without an error.
  • Next actions: You can continue adjusting the nesting level or copy the formula to other cells.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: Unmatched parentheses or incorrect argument separators can cause formula errors.