How to Use the CONCAT Function in WPS on Windows

Use CONCAT through 3 how-to topics: enter the function, fill in arguments with syntax prompts, and check the merged result in the spreadsheet.

How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Enter the CONCAT function

Entry point: Formula tab → formula bar

1. Open a spreadsheet and select the cell where you want the result to appear.
2. Type = in the cell or formula bar.
3. Type CONCAT(.
4. Check the syntax prompt before entering arguments.

Success Criteria

• The cell enters formula editing mode.
• A CONCAT-related syntax prompt appears.
• You can continue entering text, cell references, or ranges.

Tips While Using

• If you do not start with =, the content is treated as plain text.
• Make sure the target cell is editable.

2. Fill in arguments with syntax prompts

Entry point: A cell or formula bar that already contains =CONCAT(

1. Enter the first argument as text or a cell reference.
2. Add the remaining arguments with the correct separator.
3. Use the syntax prompt to review the argument structure.
4. Close the parenthesis.

Success Criteria

• The full formula is visible in the formula bar.
• The formula is ready to be submitted with Enter.

Tips While Using

• Missing parentheses or incorrect separators can cause formula errors.
• Make sure referenced cells or ranges are valid.

3. Confirm and check the merged result

Entry point: The result cell after formula entry

1. Press Enter to submit the formula.
2. Check whether the merged result appears in the current cell.
3. If the result is not correct, select the cell again and review the references.
4. Update source data if needed and confirm that the result changes accordingly.

Success Criteria

• The result cell shows the merged text.
• You can continue editing, copying, or filling the formula.

Tips While Using

• Incorrect references can produce the wrong output.
• Empty source cells can affect the displayed result.