How to Use the NUMBERVALUE Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 20, 2026

Use NUMBERVALUE through 4 how-to topics, all available without membership; choose a topic from the index and follow the entry path and steps.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership Requirement
11. Enter the NUMBERVALUE functionFree
22. Fill in parameters with syntax promptsFree
33. Use the result in nested or cross-sheet formulasFree
44. Check automatic result updatesFree

How-to Guide

1. Enter the NUMBERVALUE function

Entry path: Formulas tab → formula bar

  1. Open WPS Spreadsheet 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 NUMBERVALUE(.
  4. Enter the text value or cell reference to convert, then press Enter.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The cell shows a result or enters formula editing mode.
  • You can continue: You can add more parameters, copy the formula, or fill it down.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: If you do not start with =, the content is treated as plain text.

2. Fill in parameters with syntax prompts

Entry path: Function prompt in the formula bar

  1. After typing NUMBERVALUE(, review the syntax prompt that appears.
  2. Enter the text argument as prompted.
  3. If needed, add separator-related arguments.
  4. Check the parentheses and separators, then press Enter.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The formula structure is complete and does not show an obvious syntax break.
  • You can continue: You can revise parameters and recalculate the result.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: Unclosed parentheses or incomplete separators can cause an error.

3. Use the result in nested or cross-sheet formulas

Entry path: Target cell → formula bar

  1. Select the target cell for the combined calculation.
  2. Enter a formula expression that includes NUMBERVALUE.
  3. Add other functions or worksheet references as needed.
  4. Press Enter to complete the calculation.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The cell returns the combined calculation result.
  • You can continue: You can edit the formula, copy it to other cells, or continue analysis.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: An incorrect cross-sheet reference can affect the final result.

4. Check automatic result updates

Entry path: Edit the source data cell

  1. Find the original text data referenced by NUMBERVALUE.
  2. Change the text number content.
  3. Press Enter to confirm the edit.
  4. Return to the result cell and check whether it has updated.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The result cell updates when the source data changes.
  • You can continue: You can continue with summaries, filters, or chart analysis.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: If the formula is not referencing the intended cell, the result will not change as expected.