How to Use the LOGEST Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 20, 2026

Use LOGEST in 4 topics, including entering the function, filling in parameters from syntax guidance, working with cross-sheet or nested formulas, and checking automatic recalculation.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership Requirement
11. Enter the LOGEST functionFree
22. Fill in parameters with syntax guidanceFree
33. Use cross-sheet references or nested formulasFree
44. Check automatic recalculationFree

How-to Guide

1. Enter the LOGEST function

Entry point: Formulas tab → formula bar

  1. Open WPS Spreadsheets and select the cell where you want the result to appear.
  2. Type = in the formula bar or directly in the cell.
  3. Continue by typing LOGEST(.
  4. Confirm that syntax guidance appears for the function.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: the cell enters formula editing mode and shows LOGEST(.
  • Next action available: you can continue entering parameters and complete the formula.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: if you do not start with =, the content may be treated as plain text.

2. Fill in parameters with syntax guidance

Entry point: formula bar after selecting the target cell

  1. After LOGEST(, enter the required parameters based on the on-screen syntax guidance.
  2. Check the number of parameters, separators, and closing parentheses.
  3. Press Enter to confirm the formula.
  4. Check whether the result appears in the current cell.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: the cell returns a calculated result instead of staying in edit mode.
  • Next action available: you can select the cell again to review or edit the formula.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: missing parentheses, incorrect parameter order, or missing separators can cause an error.

3. Use cross-sheet references or nested formulas

Entry point: Formulas tab → formula bar

  1. Select the result cell and type =LOGEST(.
  2. Switch to another worksheet to select the data range you want to reference, or continue typing another function inside the formula.
  3. Return to the current formula and complete the remaining parameters and parentheses.
  4. Press Enter to finish the calculation.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: the formula includes a cross-sheet reference or nested structure and returns a result normally.
  • Next action available: you can copy the formula or adjust the referenced range.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: inconsistent referenced ranges or incorrect nesting structure can affect the result.

4. Check automatic recalculation

Entry point: a cell that already contains a LOGEST formula

  1. Find the source data cells referenced by LOGEST.
  2. Change one or more values in the source data.
  3. Check whether the result cell updates with the data change.
  4. If needed, review the referenced range and parameter setup again.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: the result cell shows a new calculated result after the source data changes.
  • Next action available: you can continue adjusting data and comparing results.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: if you edit the wrong source range, the result may not change as expected.