How to Use the BIN2HEX Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 20, 2026

Use BIN2HEX through 3 practical topics, all available directly in WPS Spreadsheets; choose a topic from the How-to Index and follow the steps.

How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Enter the BIN2HEX function

Entry point: Formulas tab → formula bar

  1. Open WPS Spreadsheets and select the cell where you want to show the result.
  2. Type = in the formula bar or directly in the cell.
  3. Continue by typing BIN2HEX(.
  4. Get ready to enter the required argument values.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The cell enters formula editing mode.
  • Next action available: You can continue entering arguments and complete the formula.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: If you do not type = first, the content may be treated as plain text.

2. Fill in parameters with syntax prompts

Entry point: Continue editing in the formula bar after entering the function name

  1. After typing BIN2HEX(, review the syntax prompt shown by the app.
  2. Enter the correct argument content based on the prompt.
  3. Check brackets, separators, and referenced cells.
  4. Press Enter to confirm the formula.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The cell shows a calculated result instead of plain formula text.
  • Next action available: You can copy the formula or continue editing the arguments.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: Unmatched brackets or incorrect argument counts can cause an error result.

3. Check the result and trigger recalculation

Entry point: Result cell → formula bar / keyboard shortcut

  1. Review whether the hexadecimal result returned by BIN2HEX matches your expectation.
  2. Check whether the referenced cell contains a valid binary value.
  3. If the result has not updated, modify the referenced value and confirm again.
  4. If manual recalculation is needed, press F9 to recalculate.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The result cell shows the updated hexadecimal value.
  • Next action available: You can reference the result in other formulas.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: A number stored as text in a referenced cell can affect the calculation result.
  • Environment note: Before using manual recalculation, make sure the current worksheet is editable.