COMPLEX in WPS on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 17, 2026

When using the COMPLEX function, users often ask about 3 issue types: input errors, function guidance, and incorrect results; this FAQ includes 3 common answers and a glossary.

FAQ

What should I do if the COMPLEX function returns an error?

  1. Check whether the formula starts with =.
  2. Check whether brackets are paired correctly and separators are entered correctly.
  3. Review the required argument types and count in the formula prompt.
  4. Press Enter again after correcting the formula.

How can I view guidance for the COMPLEX function?

  1. Type =COMPLEX( in a worksheet cell.
  2. Review the formula prompt that appears automatically.
  3. Use the prompt to confirm the required arguments and example structure.
  4. Continue editing in the formula bar if needed.

Why is the COMPLEX function result incorrect?

  1. Check whether the referenced cells contain values that can be used in calculation.
  2. Check for text-formatted numbers or incorrect references.
  3. Check for circular references or errors inside nested formulas.
  4. Press F9 to recalculate and review the result again.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Real coefficientThe real-number part used as one of the main inputs in the COMPLEX function.
Imaginary coefficientThe imaginary-number part combined with the real coefficient to form the result.
Nested formulaA formula structure that places one formula inside another to complete a more complex calculation.