ROUND in WPS on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 20, 2026

When you use ROUND, common questions usually focus on formula entry, argument setup, and result checking; this FAQ covers 4 frequent questions and includes a short glossary.

FAQ

What should I do if the ROUND function shows an error after I enter it?

  1. Check whether the formula starts with =.
  2. Check whether the parentheses are paired correctly.
  3. Check whether the two arguments are separated correctly.
  4. Confirm that the referenced cell content can be used in a calculation.

How can I view the argument guide for the ROUND function?

  1. Select the target cell and type =ROUND(.
  2. Look at the syntax prompt that appears in the formula input area.
  3. Follow the prompt to enter the value argument and the decimal-place argument.

Why is the ROUND result different from what I expected?

  1. Check whether the second argument uses the correct number of decimal places.
  2. Check whether the source data comes from the correct cell or worksheet.
  3. If the formula includes other functions, review the nested logic step by step.

Does the ROUND result update after I change the source data?

  1. If the result cell still contains the formula, review the result again after changing the source data.
  2. Make sure the result cell has not been manually replaced with a fixed number.
  3. If multiple references are involved, check the related cells one by one to confirm that they have updated.

Glossary

TermDefinition
ROUNDA function used to round a number to a specified number of decimal places.
ArgumentThe input used in a function, such as the value to round and the number of decimal places to keep.
Formula barThe editing area used to view, enter, and modify cell formulas.
Cross-sheet referenceA way to reference cells from another worksheet in the current worksheet formula.