ATAN in WPS on Windows FAQ

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

Check whether the formula starts with = . Check whether the parentheses are paired correctly. Confirm that the number of arguments and the argument type are correct. If you use a cell reference, make sure the referenced cell contains a calculable value.

Q: How can I view the ATAN function guidance?

Select any editable cell. Type =ATAN( . Check the syntax guidance that appears automatically. Confirm the argument format from the prompt and continue entering the formula.

Common questions about ATAN in WPS on Windows usually involve input format, unexpected results, and function understanding; this section covers 3 frequent questions.

FAQ

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

Check whether the formula starts with =.
Check whether the parentheses are paired correctly.
Confirm that the number of arguments and the argument type are correct.
If you use a cell reference, make sure the referenced cell contains a calculable value.

How can I view the ATAN function guidance?

Select any editable cell.
Type =ATAN(.
Check the syntax guidance that appears automatically.
Confirm the argument format from the prompt and continue entering the formula.

What should I do if the ATAN result does not look correct?

Check whether the referenced cells contain numbers stored as text.
Check whether there is an incorrect reference or a circular reference.
Change the source data and see whether the result updates.
Review the formula structure and nested logic again if needed.

Glossary

Term	Definition
ATAN	A trigonometric function that returns the arctangent of a given value.
Syntax guidance	The parameter and format prompt shown while entering a function.
Cross-worksheet reference	A way to use cell data from another worksheet in the current formula.