SEARCHB in WPS on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 23, 2026

This FAQ covers 3 common question types to help you handle SEARCHB errors, nested formulas, and automatic recalculation.

FAQ

What should I check if SEARCHB returns an error?

  1. Check whether all function parameters are complete.
  2. Confirm that the referenced data type matches your text-search goal.
  3. Review brackets, separators, and text content for formatting issues.

Can I use SEARCHB with other functions?

  1. Yes. SEARCHB supports nested use with other functions.
  2. First confirm that the SEARCHB result matches the data type required by the outer function.
  3. Then use it as part of a condition or a later calculation.

How to use a spreadsheet formula to refresh results after importing data?

  1. Save SEARCHB in a formula field so the field can calculate after imported data is updated.
  2. If the result does not appear, first check whether the formula was saved correctly.
  3. Then confirm that the imported field values meet the formula conditions.

Glossary

TermDefinition
SEARCHBA function that finds the position of text by byte count and is not case-sensitive.
Formula fieldA field type in DBSheet that calculates results automatically with a formula.
Nested useUsing the result of one function as the input of another function.