How to Use the CONCATENATE Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 20, 2026

This how-to guide covers 3 spreadsheet text joining tasks, and all 3 are available without membership so you can start using CONCATENATE right away.

How-to Index

#TopicMembership
11. Enter the CONCATENATE functionFree
22. Fill in arguments and review syntax guidanceFree
33. Check results and fix common text joining issuesFree

How-to Guide

1. Enter the CONCATENATE function

Entry point: The target worksheet cell or the formula bar in WPS Spreadsheets.

  1. Open WPS Office and go to the spreadsheet you want to edit.
  2. Select the cell where the joined result should appear.
  3. Type = to begin a formula.
  4. Type CONCATENATE to call the function.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: The selected cell is in formula input mode.
  • Next actions: You can continue by typing the opening parenthesis and the required arguments.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: If you do not start with =, the entry is treated as plain text instead of a formula.

2. Fill in arguments and review syntax guidance

Entry point: A worksheet cell or formula bar that is already in formula editing mode.

  1. Type the opening parenthesis ( after the function name.
  2. Review the on-screen syntax guidance for the argument pattern.
  3. Enter the text values, cell references, or other items you want to join.
  4. Separate the arguments correctly and complete the formula with the closing parenthesis ).

Success Criteria

  • UI state: The full formula appears in the cell or formula bar.
  • Next actions: You can press Enter to run the formula and review the output.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: Missing a closing parenthesis or leaving arguments incomplete can affect the result.
  • Environment limits: When you use cross-sheet references, make sure the referenced worksheet and cells are valid.

3. Check results and fix common text joining issues

Entry point: The result cell after the formula has been entered.

  1. Press Enter to confirm the formula.
  2. Check whether the returned text matches what you expected.
  3. If the result is incorrect, review the argument order, text content, and referenced cells.
  4. If an error appears, check the parentheses, separators, and references first.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: The cell shows the joined result or a clear error state.
  • Next actions: You can copy the formula, revise the arguments, or adjust the references.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: If you forget spaces or fixed text, the output may run together.
  • Environment limits: If referenced content changes, the output updates as well, so review the final text again.