SHEETS in WPS on Windows FAQ

When using SHEETS, users usually ask about 3 issue types: input errors, result meaning, and formula editing; this FAQ includes 4 common questions.

FAQ

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

1. Check whether the formula starts with =.
2. Make sure the function name is spelled SHEETS and the parentheses are paired correctly.
3. If you entered an argument, confirm that the reference is valid.
4. Edit the formula and press Enter again.

What does SHEETS return when no argument is entered?

1. Enter =SHEETS() in a cell.
2. Press Enter.
3. Review the numeric result.
4. The result is the total number of worksheets in the current workbook.

Why is the SHEETS result different from my manual count?

1. Confirm whether you are counting the whole workbook or only a specific reference.
2. Check whether the formula omits the argument or points to another worksheet range.
3. Review whether worksheets were added, deleted, or rearranged.
4. Re-enter the formula if you need to verify the result again.

How to use the SHEETS function in WPS on Windows from the formula bar?

1. Open the spreadsheet and select the target cell.
2. In the formula bar, type =SHEETS(.
3. Complete the argument if needed, or enter =SHEETS() directly.
4. Press Enter to finish, and the result appears in the current cell.

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