How to Use the SUMXMY2 Function in WPS on Windows

Use SUMXMY2 through 4 how-to topics, all available without membership, and jump to the topic you need from the index below.

How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Enter the SUMXMY2 function

Entry point: Formulas tab → formula bar

1. Open WPS Office and go to Smart Spreadsheet.
2. Select the cell where you want to display the result.
3. Type = in the cell or formula bar.
4. Type SUMXMY2(.
5. Check the syntax prompt that appears.

Success Criteria

• The cell is in formula input mode.
• The SUMXMY2 prompt is visible.
• You can continue entering arguments.

Tips While Using

• Start the formula with =.
• Keep the function name and opening parenthesis complete.

2. Fill in the arguments from the prompt

Entry point: a cell that already contains =SUMXMY2(

1. Review the syntax prompt for the required argument order.
2. Select or type the first argument range.
3. Enter the separator, then select or type the second argument range.
4. Check that the closing parenthesis is present.
5. Press Enter to confirm the formula.

Success Criteria

• The cell displays a calculation result.
• The full SUMXMY2 formula is visible in the formula bar.
• No obvious syntax error is shown.

Tips While Using

• Make sure the argument count and types match the function requirements.
• Use the correct separator format for your worksheet settings.

3. Use cross-sheet references and nested formulas

Entry point: formula bar

1. Enter or edit the SUMXMY2 formula in the target cell.
2. Switch to another worksheet and select the data range you want to reference.
3. Return to the formula and confirm that the reference has been inserted.
4. Add another function around SUMXMY2 or inside its arguments if needed.
5. Press Enter to complete the calculation.

Success Criteria

• The formula includes a cross-sheet reference or a nested formula structure.
• The cell returns a usable result.
• The result can continue to respond to later data changes.

Tips While Using

• Confirm the worksheet name and range before finishing the formula.
• Watch the parenthesis structure when nesting formulas.

4. Check result updates and recalculation

Entry point: a worksheet with an existing SUMXMY2 result

1. Change one of the values in the referenced range.
2. Check whether the result cell updates automatically.
3. If the result does not change right away, review the formula and cell content.
4. Run a manual recalculation if needed.

Success Criteria

• The result updates after source data changes, or returns to the correct value after recalculation.
• The formula remains editable.
• The worksheet is still ready for saving and further work.

Tips While Using

• If the result looks wrong, check whether the referenced cells contain valid numbers.
• Circular references or text-formatted numbers can affect the result.