IMSQRT in WPS on Windows FAQ

Q: What should I do if the IMSQRT function returns an error after I enter it?

Check whether the formula starts with = . Check whether the function name is spelled IMSQRT . Check whether the parentheses are paired correctly. Check whether the argument uses a valid complex-number format.

Q: How can I view the argument hint for the IMSQRT function?

Select a cell. Type =IMSQRT( . Look at the syntax hint in the formula editing area. Complete the argument based on the hint and finish the formula.

When using IMSQRT, 3 common issue types include input errors, argument format, and result checking; this section provides 3 frequent questions and a glossary.

FAQ

What should I do if the IMSQRT function returns an error after I enter it?

Check whether the formula starts with =.
Check whether the function name is spelled IMSQRT.
Check whether the parentheses are paired correctly.
Check whether the argument uses a valid complex-number format.

How can I view the argument hint for the IMSQRT function?

Select a cell.
Type =IMSQRT(.
Look at the syntax hint in the formula editing area.
Complete the argument based on the hint and finish the formula.

Why does the IMSQRT result look incorrect?

Check whether the input value is the complex number you intended to use.
Check whether the referenced cell contains formatting issues or extra spaces.
Confirm the formula result again after editing the argument.
If the formula is nested, inspect the upstream calculation step by step.

Glossary

Term	Definition
IMSQRT	A function name used to return the square root of a complex number.
Complex number	A numeric form made up of a real part and an imaginary part, such as `3+4i`.
Formula bar	The editing area in a spreadsheet for entering, viewing, and changing formulas.