POWER in WPS on Windows FAQ

Q: What should I do if the POWER function shows an error?

Check whether the formula starts with = . Check whether the parentheses are paired correctly. Check whether the argument count, order, and separators are correct. If a syntax prompt appears, revise the formula and press Enter again.

Q: How can I view the argument help for the POWER function?

Select any cell. Type =POWER( . Check the syntax prompt that appears automatically. Fill in the base and exponent according to the prompt.

Common questions about the POWER function usually involve syntax, unexpected results, and references; this FAQ includes 3 frequent questions and a glossary.

FAQ

What should I do if the POWER function shows an error?

Check whether the formula starts with =.
Check whether the parentheses are paired correctly.
Check whether the argument count, order, and separators are correct.
If a syntax prompt appears, revise the formula and press Enter again.

How can I view the argument help for the POWER function?

Select any cell.
Type =POWER(.
Check the syntax prompt that appears automatically.
Fill in the base and exponent according to the prompt.

Why is the POWER result incorrect in WPS on Windows?

Check whether the referenced cells contain numeric values.
Check whether the formula points to the correct worksheet and cells.
Check whether other functions in a combined formula affect the result.
Recalculate after editing and confirm that the result updates.

Glossary

Term	Definition
POWER	A function that returns a number raised to a specified power.
Base	The number being raised in an exponentiation calculation.
Exponent	The value that determines how many times the base is multiplied.
Cross-sheet reference	A way to use a cell from another worksheet in the current formula.