How to Use the REPLACE Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 23, 2026

Use the REPLACE function through 3 how-to topics, all available without membership; start from the How-to Index and follow the steps for each task.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership Requirement
11. Create a formula field and call REPLACEFree
22. Review the parameter format and enter the formulaFree
33. Use an example to verify the resultFree

How-to Guide

1. Create a formula field and call REPLACE

Entry path: Add Field → Formula

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

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: A new formula field appears in the table.
  • Next step available: You can continue editing the formula and review the calculated result.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: If you choose the wrong field type, you may not be able to enter a formula.
  • Environment note: You need edit permission for the current table.

2. Review the parameter format and enter the formula

Entry path: Formula Editor → Function Library → REPLACE

  1. Open the function library in the formula editor.
  2. Select REPLACE to review its format.
  3. Enter the target text, start position, replacement length, and new text in the required order.
  4. Check that the parameter order is correct.
  5. Save the formula and return to the table.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: The full function expression appears in the formula editor.
  • Next step available: After saving, you can see the returned result in the record.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: If the parameter order or parameter type is incorrect, the formula may return an error.
  • Environment note: The text result updates when referenced field values change.

3. Use an example to verify the result

Entry path: Formula field result preview

  1. Enter a sample REPLACE formula in the formula field.
  2. Review the returned text result in the current record.
  3. Change the source field content or replacement parameters.
  4. Check whether the result updates accordingly.
  5. Combine REPLACE with other functions if needed.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: The formula field shows the replaced text result.
  • Next step available: The result recalculates after you change the parameters.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: If the sample formula does not match the referenced text or field content, the result may not match your expectation.
  • Environment note: Test complex formulas with a small number of records first.