SQRT in WPS on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 23, 2026

When using SQRT in WPS on Windows, the most common questions involve formula errors, syntax format, and result refresh behavior; this FAQ covers 3 common questions.

FAQ

How do I check a SQRT formula when it returns an error?

  1. Make sure the formula input is a numeric value that can be calculated.
  2. Check whether the parentheses, commas, and function name are entered correctly.
  3. If other functions are nested in the formula, test each part separately before combining them.

Can I use SQRT with other functions?

  1. Yes. You can use SQRT as an inner or outer function in the same formula.
  2. Confirm that the input and output types of each function work together.
  3. Save the formula and change source data to verify the combined result.

Why does the result not change after I update the data?

  1. Confirm that the current field is a formula field instead of a plain text field.
  2. Check whether the updated data is the value or field referenced by the formula.
  3. If the result still does not change, reopen the formula editor and review the field references.

Glossary

TermDefinition
SQRTA function name used to return the square root of a numeric value.
Formula fieldA field type in a multidimensional table that generates results automatically from a formula.
Syntax formatThe input pattern a function uses so the formula can be recognized and calculated correctly.