How to Use the RANK Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 23, 2026

Use RANK through 3 how-to topics that cover creating a formula field, entering the parameter structure, and applying a ranking example; 3 topics are free and 0 are membership-related.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership Requirement
11. Create a formula field and call RANKFree
22. Enter the RANK parameter structureFree
33. Use RANK in a ranking exampleFree

How-to Guide

1. Create a formula field and call RANK

Entry path: Add Field → Formula

  1. Open the multidimensional table that you want to edit.
  2. Click Add Field.
  3. Select Formula as the field type.
  4. Enter a formula that includes RANK in the formula editor.
  5. Click Confirm to save the setting.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: A new formula field appears in the table.
  • What you can do next: You can continue editing the formula and review the calculated result.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: If you do not choose the Formula field type first, the function may not be available for input.
  • Environment note: The current table must allow adding new fields.

2. Enter the RANK parameter structure

Entry path: Formula Editor → Function Library → RANK

  1. Open the formula input area in the formula editor.
  2. Type RANK( to begin the formula.
  3. Enter the target data range and other required parameters as needed.
  4. Check that parentheses, separators, and referenced ranges are correct.
  5. Save the formula and review the returned result.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The formula editor shows a complete RANK formula.
  • What you can do next: After saving, you can see either the ranking result or an error message in the field.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: Incorrect parameter order or range references can cause formula errors.
  • Environment note: The values used for ranking should be numeric and calculable.

3. Use RANK in a ranking example

Entry path: Formula Field → Enter an example formula

  1. Select a table that already contains a numeric field.
  2. Enter a RANK-related formula in the formula field.
  3. Add other functions or conditions if your workflow requires them.
  4. Save the formula and review the ranking result for each record.
  5. Change the source data and confirm that the ranking updates with it.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: Each record shows a corresponding ranking result.
  • What you can do next: When source data changes, the ranking result updates accordingly.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: Using a text field directly for numeric ranking can produce unexpected results.
  • Environment note: When combining formulas, confirm the return type of the other functions first.