NETWORKDAYS in WPS on Windows FAQ

Common NETWORKDAYS questions usually fall into 3 areas: formula entry, date recognition, and result checking; this FAQ includes 3 common questions and a glossary.

FAQ

What should I do if NETWORKDAYS returns an error?

1. Check the formula spelling and confirm the function name is NETWORKDAYS.
2. Make sure the start date and end date are valid dates.
3. If you use cell references, confirm the referenced cells are not plain text.
4. Press Enter again and review whether the result returns normally.

Why is the result different from the total number of calendar days?

1. NETWORKDAYS calculates working days, not calendar days.
2. Weekend dates are excluded, so the result is usually smaller than the total number of days between two dates.
3. If needed, compare it with a standard date-difference formula for verification.

How can I use NETWORKDAYS in bulk data?

1. Enter the correct formula in the first result cell, such as =NETWORKDAYS(A2,B2).
2. Confirm the result is correct, then fill the formula down to other rows.
3. Check whether each row has complete start-date and end-date values.
4. If there are blanks or abnormal values, clean the data before calculating in bulk.

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