How to Use the PRICEMAT Function in WPS on Windows

This how-to guide includes 4 operation topics for entering PRICEMAT, checking syntax guidance, completing parameters, and reviewing incorrect results; 4 items are available without membership and 0 are membership-related.

How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Enter the PRICEMAT function

Entry point: Formula tab → formula bar

1. Open WPS Spreadsheets and select the cell where you want the result to appear.
2. Type = to start the formula.
3. Type PRICEMAT.
4. Type the opening parenthesis ( to prepare for the parameters.

Success Criteria

• The current cell is in formula editing mode.
• The formula shows =PRICEMAT(.
• You can continue entering parameters.

Tips While Using

• The formula must start with =.
• It is easier to review the returned value when the result cell is empty before you begin.

2. Check the function syntax guidance

Entry point: formula input state in the formula bar

1. After typing =PRICEMAT(, keep the cursor in the current cell.
2. Review the syntax guidance that appears automatically.
3. Check the parameter order, parameter count, and example details.
4. Prepare the required values based on the guidance.

Success Criteria

• Function guidance appears on the screen.
• You can see parameter requirements or examples.
• The next parameter entry step is clear.

Tips While Using

• If guidance does not appear, re-enter the function name or confirm that the cell is still in formula editing mode.
• For longer formulas, editing in the formula bar can make the full expression easier to review.

3. Complete the parameters and return a result

Entry point: formula bar / worksheet cell

1. Enter the correct parameters in order based on the syntax guidance.
2. Separate parameters with commas.
3. Check that the parentheses are complete.
4. Press Enter to confirm the formula.

Success Criteria

• The cell shows a calculated result instead of an unfinished formula.
• When you select the cell again, the full PRICEMAT formula appears in the formula bar.
• The result updates when related data changes.

Tips While Using

• The parameter types and count need to match the function requirements.
• If you need data from another worksheet, use cross-sheet references in the parameters.

4. Review an incorrect result and recalculate

Entry point: result cell / formula bar

1. If the result shows an error, first check the parentheses, separators, and parameter count.
2. Then check whether referenced numeric cells are stored as text.
3. Confirm that the formula does not contain a circular reference.
4. After making changes, confirm the formula again; if needed, press F9 to recalculate.

Success Criteria

• The error message disappears or the result returns to normal.
• The referenced cells and their formats have been checked.
• The worksheet is ready for the next calculation step.

Tips While Using

• Numbers stored as text can cause incorrect calculation results.
• If the worksheet contains many linked formulas, review related results after changing one parameter.