DPRODUCT in WPS on Windows FAQ

Q: What should I do if the DPRODUCT function shows an error after I enter it?

Check whether the function name is spelled exactly as DPRODUCT . Check whether the parentheses are complete and the separators are correct. Confirm that the number and type of parameters match the function requirements. Use the syntax prompt in the formula area to revise the formula.

Q: How can I check the DPRODUCT function syntax in WPS?

Select any editable cell. Type =DPRODUCT( . Review the parameter prompt shown in the formula area. Prepare the database , field , and criteria arguments in that order.

Users usually ask 3 kinds of questions about DPRODUCT in WPS: input errors, syntax guidance, and incorrect results. This section answers 3 common questions.

FAQ

What should I do if the DPRODUCT function shows an error after I enter it?

Check whether the function name is spelled exactly as DPRODUCT.
Check whether the parentheses are complete and the separators are correct.
Confirm that the number and type of parameters match the function requirements.
Use the syntax prompt in the formula area to revise the formula.

How can I check the DPRODUCT function syntax in WPS?

Select any editable cell.
Type =DPRODUCT(.
Review the parameter prompt shown in the formula area.
Prepare the database, field, and criteria arguments in that order.

Why is my DPRODUCT result incorrect in WPS?

Check whether referenced cells contain numbers stored as text.
Check whether the criteria headers match the database headers.
Confirm that there is no circular reference and that the correct field is selected.
Press Enter after editing the formula, and use F9 if recalculation is needed.

Glossary

Term	Definition
Database	The data range used by DPRODUCT. The first row usually contains field headers.
Field	The target column used for the product calculation. It can be a header name or a column index.
Criteria	The condition range that determines which records are included in the final calculation.