YAER in WPS on Windows FAQ

Q: What should I do if YAER does not return a result?

Check whether you typed = before the function. Confirm that the function name, parentheses, and parameter are complete. Press Enter and check whether the cell returns a result.

Q: How can I view the parameter prompt for YAER?

Select the target cell and type = . Type YAER( to enter formula editing. Review the syntax prompt and parameter guidance in the formula bar.

When using YAER, the most common questions fall into 3 areas: function entry, parameter format, and result checking; this FAQ covers 3 common questions.

FAQ

What should I do if YAER does not return a result?

Check whether you typed = before the function.
Confirm that the function name, parentheses, and parameter are complete.
Press Enter and check whether the cell returns a result.

Why does the YAER result look incorrect?

Check whether the referenced cell contains a recognizable date value.
Confirm that the parameter is not using the wrong text format.
Update the original date and review whether the result changes with it.

How can I view the parameter prompt for YAER?

Select the target cell and type =.
Type YAER( to enter formula editing.
Review the syntax prompt and parameter guidance in the formula bar.

Glossary

Term	Definition
Syntax prompt	The parameter structure and guidance shown while you type a function.
Date parameter	The date value passed into the function, such as a date cell reference or another recognizable date input.
Recalculation	The formula result updates automatically when referenced data changes.