How to Use the DEGREES Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 17, 2026

Use the DEGREES function through 4 how-to topics, all available without membership; choose a topic from the index and follow the steps to enter, reference, and check the formula.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership Requirement
11. Enter the DEGREES functionFree
22. View the function syntax hintFree
33. Nest DEGREES in another formulaFree
44. Use a cross-sheet referenceFree

How-to Guide

1. Enter the DEGREES function

Entry point: Formulas tab → formula bar

  1. Open WPS Spreadsheet and select the cell where you want the result to appear.
  2. Type = to start the formula.
  3. Type DEGREES(.
  4. Enter the radian value or a cell reference.
  5. Type the closing parenthesis and press Enter.

Success Criteria

  • The cell shows a degree result.
  • The formula bar shows the full DEGREES formula.

Tips While Using

  • The formula must start with =.
  • Make sure the parentheses are paired correctly.

2. View the function syntax hint

Entry point: Formulas tab → formula bar

  1. Select the target cell.
  2. Type =DEGREES(.
  3. Review the syntax hint, parameter guidance, and example shown on screen.
  4. Continue entering the parameter as prompted.

Success Criteria

  • A syntax hint appears after you type the function name.
  • You can continue entering the formula with the on-screen guidance.

Tips While Using

  • If no hint appears, check whether the function name is spelled correctly.

3. Nest DEGREES in another formula

Entry point: Formulas tab → formula bar

  1. Select the result cell.
  2. Enter the formula that contains your other calculation logic.
  3. Add DEGREES(...) where the angle conversion is needed.
  4. Check the parameters and parentheses, then press Enter.

Success Criteria

  • The formula returns a valid result.
  • The nested result appears in the current cell.

Tips While Using

  • For longer formulas, edit in the formula bar so the structure is easier to review.
  • If the result looks wrong, test the inner formula first.

4. Use a cross-sheet reference

Entry point: Formulas tab → formula bar

  1. Open the workbook that contains the source data.
  2. Select the result cell on the target sheet.
  3. Type =DEGREES(.
  4. Switch to another sheet and select the referenced cell.
  5. Complete the closing parenthesis and press Enter.

Success Criteria

  • The formula includes a reference to another sheet.
  • The result updates when the source cell changes.

Tips While Using

  • Confirm that the referenced cell contains a value suitable for calculation.
  • If the result is incorrect, check whether the referenced cell is the intended one.