TREND in WPS on Windows FAQ

Q: What should I do if the TREND function shows an error after I enter it?

Check whether the formula starts with = . Make sure the parentheses are paired correctly and the argument separators are correct. Review the syntax guidance shown after typing TREND( and adjust the argument types or count if needed.

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

Select the target cell and type = . Type TREND( . Review the syntax guidance and example information shown in the formula area before completing the arguments.

This FAQ focuses on syntax input, argument entry, and result checking for the TREND function, with 3 common questions.

FAQ

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

Check whether the formula starts with =.
Make sure the parentheses are paired correctly and the argument separators are correct.
Review the syntax guidance shown after typing TREND( and adjust the argument types or count if needed.

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

Select the target cell and type =.
Type TREND(.
Review the syntax guidance and example information shown in the formula area before completing the arguments.

Why does the TREND result look incorrect?

Check whether the referenced cells contain numeric values that can be used in calculation.
Check for invalid references or circular references.
After adjusting the data, confirm the formula again and review the recalculated result.

Glossary

Term	Definition
TREND	A spreadsheet function that fits a linear trend from known data and returns result values.
Syntax guidance	The argument structure and input hints shown while entering a function.
Cross-worksheet reference	A way to reference cells from another worksheet in the current formula.