How to Use the IMPRODUCT Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 17, 2026

This how-to guide includes 4 topics, with 4 free topics and 0 membership-related topics, so you can jump from the index to the exact task you need.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership Requirement
11. Enter the IMPRODUCT functionFree
22. Fill in the function argumentsFree
33. Use cross-sheet references and nested formulasFree
44. Check the result and recalculateFree

How-to Guide

1. Enter the IMPRODUCT function

Entry point: Formulas tab → formula bar

  1. Open WPS Spreadsheets and select the cell where you want the result to appear.
  2. Type = to start formula entry.
  3. Type IMPRODUCT(.
  4. Check whether the function hint appears.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The cell enters formula-editing mode and shows the IMPRODUCT hint.
  • Next action available: You can continue entering arguments and finish the formula.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: If you do not type = first, the content may be treated as plain text.
  • Environment note: If the cell is protected, formula entry may not be available.

2. Fill in the function arguments

Entry point: Formula editing mode after selecting the target cell

  1. After IMPRODUCT(, enter the arguments that should be included in the calculation.
  2. Check the required argument format with the on-screen hint.
  3. Separate multiple arguments with commas.
  4. Type the closing parenthesis ).
  5. Press Enter to confirm.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The cell shows a calculated result instead of plain formula text.
  • Next action available: You can select the cell again to review or edit the formula.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: Missing parentheses, separators, or valid argument formatting can cause an error.
  • Environment note: Different data formats can affect how the result is displayed.

3. Use cross-sheet references and nested formulas

Entry point: Formula bar

  1. Reference cells or ranges from another worksheet in the formula.
  2. Combine IMPRODUCT with other functions when needed.
  3. Check that each reference points to the correct location.
  4. Press Enter to confirm the combined formula.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The formula returns a result without a reference error.
  • Next action available: You can edit referenced cells and continue checking result changes.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: An incorrect sheet name or cell reference can prevent the formula from calculating correctly.
  • Environment note: For longer nested formulas, editing in the formula bar is usually easier.

4. Check the result and recalculate

Entry point: Result cell and keyboard shortcut

  1. Review the IMPRODUCT result.
  2. Change the source data used in the calculation.
  3. Check whether the result updates automatically.
  4. If needed, press F9 to recalculate.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The result cell updates after source data changes, either automatically or after recalculation.
  • Next action available: You can keep adjusting arguments and verify the output again.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: Numbers stored as text in referenced cells can affect the result.
  • Environment note: Manual recalculation is useful when you want to confirm the latest output again.