DVAR in WPS on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 20, 2026

When using DVAR in WPS on Windows, the most common questions fall into 3 areas: formula errors, syntax guidance, and unexpected results; this section answers 3 frequent questions.

FAQ

What should I do if the DVAR function returns an error?

  1. Check whether the formula starts with an equals sign =.
  2. Check whether the parentheses, commas, and argument order are complete and correct.
  3. Confirm that the database, field, and criteria arguments are all filled in correctly.
  4. If the issue continues, re-enter =DVAR( and compare each argument with the syntax guidance.

How can I view the DVAR function syntax while editing?

  1. Select the target cell and type =DVAR(.
  2. Review the syntax guidance for the argument order and input requirements.
  3. Complete the arguments based on the prompt, then confirm the formula.

Why does the DVAR result look incorrect?

  1. Check whether referenced cells use the correct data format so text values do not interfere with the calculation.
  2. Check whether the criteria range matches the database headers and filter conditions.
  3. Check whether there is a circular reference or a missing range in the formula.
  4. After adjusting the data, review whether the result updates automatically.

Glossary

TermDefinition
DVARA database function that estimates sample variance for records that meet specified criteria.
databaseThe data range used in the calculation, usually including headers and multiple records.
fieldThe column or field used for the variance calculation.
criteriaThe criteria range that determines which records are included in the calculation.