How to Use the VDB Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 20, 2026

Use the VDB function with 4 how-to topics covering formula entry, argument input, cross-sheet references, and result checking; 4 items are available without membership and 0 are membership-related.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership Requirement
11. Enter the VDB functionFree
22. Fill in arguments with syntax promptsFree
33. Reference data from another worksheet in VDBFree
44. Check and update calculation resultsFree

How-to Guide

1. Enter the VDB function

Entry point: Formulas tab → formula bar

  1. Open WPS Spreadsheet and go to the worksheet where you want to calculate depreciation.
  2. Select the cell where you want the result to appear.
  3. Type = in the formula bar or directly in the cell.
  4. Continue with VDB( to start the function.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The selected cell enters formula editing mode.
  • What you can do next: You can continue entering arguments and complete the formula.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: If you do not start with =, the content may be treated as plain text.
  • Environment note: The worksheet must be editable.

2. Fill in arguments with syntax prompts

Entry point: A cell or formula bar that already contains =VDB(

  1. After typing VDB(, check the syntax prompt shown by the app.
  2. Enter the required arguments in the prompted order.
  3. Check that parentheses, commas, and argument order are correct.
  4. Press Enter to confirm the formula.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The cell shows a calculated value instead of plain formula text.
  • What you can do next: When you select the cell again, you can review the full formula in the formula bar.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: Mismatched parentheses, missing arguments, or incorrect separators can cause an error.
  • Environment note: Keep argument units consistent for accurate results.

3. Reference data from another worksheet in VDB

Entry point: Formula bar

  1. Select the result cell and type =VDB(.
  2. Move to another worksheet at the current argument position.
  3. Click the cell you want to reference so its address is inserted into the formula.
  4. Return to the current worksheet, complete the remaining arguments, and press Enter.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The formula includes a reference to another worksheet.
  • What you can do next: If the referenced value changes, the result can update with it.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: Choosing the wrong cell or range changes the result.
  • Environment note: The referenced worksheet needs to remain in the current workbook.

4. Check and update calculation results

Entry point: Result cell and related argument cells

  1. Check whether the VDB result cell displays a normal numeric result.
  2. Change data in one of the argument cells.
  3. Watch whether the result updates automatically.
  4. If the result looks wrong, return to the formula bar and review the syntax and references.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The result refreshes after argument values change.
  • What you can do next: You can continue copying, adjusting, or nesting the formula.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: Numbers stored as text can affect the result.
  • Environment note: In larger models, also check for circular references.