TEXT in WPS on Windows FAQ

Q: What should I do if the TEXT function returns an error?

Check whether the formula starts with = . Make sure the parentheses are complete. Confirm that the arguments use the correct separator and that the format code is inside double quotation marks. If syntax guidance appears, use it to recheck the formula.

Q: How can I view the argument guidance for the TEXT function?

Select the target cell or the formula bar. Type =TEXT( . Review the syntax guidance that appears automatically. Continue entering the arguments shown in the guidance.

When using the TEXT function, the most common questions involve formula entry, format codes, and result behavior; this FAQ includes 3 common questions and a glossary.

FAQ

What should I do if the TEXT function returns an error?

Check whether the formula starts with =.
Make sure the parentheses are complete.
Confirm that the arguments use the correct separator and that the format code is inside double quotation marks.
If syntax guidance appears, use it to recheck the formula.

How can I view the argument guidance for the TEXT function?

Select the target cell or the formula bar.
Type =TEXT(.
Review the syntax guidance that appears automatically.
Continue entering the arguments shown in the guidance.

Why can’t the TEXT result be used like a number in later calculations?

Confirm whether the formula is converting the result into text for display.
Keep the original numeric value in a separate cell if you still need it for calculations.
Use the TEXT result for display or text combination, and use the original value for later calculations.

Glossary

Term	Definition
TEXT function	A function that converts a number, date, or time into text according to a specified format.
Format code	A text pattern that controls how the output is displayed, such as decimals, percentages, or date styles.
Syntax guidance	The on-screen prompt that shows function arguments and examples while you type.