SORTBY in WPS on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 23, 2026

Users usually ask about 3 areas when working with SORTBY: formula errors, nested usage, and result updates; this FAQ covers 3 common questions.

FAQ

What should I check first if SORTBY returns an error?

  1. Check whether the number and order of parameters are complete.
  2. Confirm that the referenced range or field type matches the formula.
  3. If the issue remains, reopen the formula editor and review each part of the input.

Can I use SORTBY together with other functions?

  1. Start by entering SORTBY as the base structure in a formula field.
  2. Then combine it with other functions as needed for a more complex formula.
  3. Save the formula and review whether the result matches your goal.

Will the SORTBY result change after the data is updated?

  1. After the formula field is saved, the result is calculated from the current data.
  2. When referenced data changes, the result can update with it.
  3. If it does not change, check whether the referenced range covers the intended data.

Glossary

TermDefinition
SORTBYA function used to sort target data based on a specified reference.
Formula fieldA field type in a database sheet that returns results through a formula.
ParameterAn input inside a function that determines how the calculation runs and what result it returns.