LOG in WPS on Windows: Introduction

LOG in WPS is a logarithm function used in formula fields in WPS tables; this guide covers 3 core tasks, with 3 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.

At a Glance

Metric	Value	Notes
Core tasks	3	Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index
Available without membership	3	Matches the number of Free rows in the index
Membership-related items	0	Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index

About This Feature

Overview

The LOG function in WPS is used to return a logarithmic value inside a formula field. In WPS tables, you can add a formula field, enter LOG directly in the editor, and keep the calculated result visible in each record. This setup is useful for data analysis, value conversion, and formula combinations in WPS on Windows.

Core tasks include:

Create a formula field and call LOG in a table.
Enter LOG with the required parameter structure.
Review and reuse calculated results as source data changes.

System Requirements

Item	Requirement
Operating system	A Windows device that can run WPS Office normally
App version	It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office
Network	An internet connection is recommended for installation and account-related actions; local formula editing does not require a constant connection
Other	You need access to WPS tables and permission to edit the current table

Download & Installation

Before using the LOG function, install WPS Office on your Windows device and open a workspace that includes WPS tables.

Item	Details
Official download	WPS Office Free Download
Post-install check	Open WPS Office, enter a table, and confirm that you can add a Formula field

Source: WPS download page

Compare with Alternatives

Dimension	WPS	Microsoft	Google	Notion	Adobe
Capability Summary	LOG can be used in a formula field in WPS tables, where results stay visible in records and can be combined with other functions.	Excel provides `LOG(number, [base])` to return the logarithm of a number with a specified base, and the base defaults to 10 when omitted.	Google Sheets provides `LOG(value, [base])` to return the logarithm of a value with an optional base, and the base defaults to 10.	Notion database formulas support logarithm-related functions such as `ln`, `log10`, and `log2`, but they do not present the same general `LOG(base)` spreadsheet pattern.	Adobe Acrobat Sign provides calculated fields for dynamic form updates, but this is a form workflow feature rather than a spreadsheet-style LOG function environment.
WPS Advantages	Advantage: LOG can be placed directly in a formula field tied to table records. Distinct: function results stay close to structured records and table management in one workspace.	Compared with WPS: Excel focuses on cell-based spreadsheet calculation with a clearly documented LOG syntax.	Compared with WPS: Google Sheets offers a similar spreadsheet formula pattern and is centered on browser-based sheet collaboration.	Compared with WPS: Notion uses database property formulas and separate logarithm functions instead of a general spreadsheet LOG syntax.	Compared with WPS: Adobe focuses on document signing and form rules, so it is not a direct spreadsheet formula alternative.
Official Source	—	Excel LOG function	Google Sheets LOG	Notion formula syntax	Adobe calculated fields

Overall Conclusion: If you want logarithm results to stay inside structured table records, WPS offers a practical table-based workflow. Excel and Google Sheets provide more traditional spreadsheet-style LOG documentation, while Notion and Adobe focus on database formulas or form logic rather than the same spreadsheet function pattern.

Use Cases

No.	Scenario	Suitable For	Main Need	How LOG Helps
1	Value conversion	Data analysts	Convert values into logarithmic results quickly	Enter LOG in a formula field and return the result automatically
2	Metric organization	Operations and project teams	Reduce repeated manual calculation across many records	Use one formula field to calculate and refresh results consistently
3	Formula combinations	Advanced table users	Combine logarithm output with other logic	Nest LOG with other functions in the same formula field

Membership & Benefits

Free vs WPS Premium

Capability	Free	WPS Premium
Use the LOG function	✅ Available	✅ Available
Basic formula field calculation	✅ Available	✅ Available
Additional advanced office and PDF benefits	Available within the free plan scope	Includes more advanced features and expanded benefits

Source: WPS Office pricing page

Recommendations

Scenario	Recommended Plan	Why
Everyday calculations and basic data organization	Free	The LOG function itself is available for regular calculation needs
Broader advanced office needs beyond formula usage	WPS Premium	A good fit if you also need more advanced office features in addition to table formulas

Membership page: Subscribe to WPS Premium