How to Use WPS Simulation Calculation Sheet on Windows

Use WPS Simulation Calculation Sheet with 4 how-to topics: prepare variables and a result formula, create a one-variable simulation table, create a two-variable simulation table, and review output results; 4 topics are available without membership and 0 are membership-related.

How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Prepare test variables and the result formula

Feature entry: First organize the test variable area and the result formula in the worksheet.

1. Prepare the variable values you want to test in the worksheet.
2. Enter the corresponding formula in the result cell.
3. Confirm that the formula correctly references the variable input cell you want to test.
4. Decide whether the variable values should be arranged by row or by column.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: The worksheet already contains a variable area and a result formula cell.
• Next action available: You can continue by selecting the calculation range.

Tips While Using

• Common mistake: If you enter only variable values without a result formula, the output cannot be generated correctly.
• Environment note: It is helpful to verify the base formula before running batch simulation analysis.

2. Create a one-variable simulation calculation sheet

Feature entry: Data tab → What-If Analysis drop-down menu → Simulation Calculation Sheet.

1. Select the full calculation area that includes the test values and the result cell.
2. Click the Data tab.
3. Click the What-If Analysis drop-down menu.
4. Select Simulation Calculation Sheet.
5. If the variable values are arranged in a column, set the Column input cell and select the matching variable cell used in the formula.
6. If the variable values are arranged in a row, set the Row input cell.
7. Click OK.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: The selected area shows results for different values of one variable.
• Next action available: You can revise the variable list and generate the table again.

Tips While Using

• Common mistake: If the selected area does not include the formula cell, the output area may not fill correctly.
• Environment note: For one-variable analysis, you only need to set either the row input cell or the column input cell.

3. Create a two-variable simulation calculation sheet

Feature entry: Data tab → What-If Analysis drop-down menu → Simulation Calculation Sheet.

1. Prepare two groups of test variables in the worksheet, with one arranged by row and the other by column.
2. Select the full area that includes the row variables, column variables, and the result formula.
3. Click the Data tab.
4. Open the What-If Analysis menu and select Simulation Calculation Sheet.
5. Set the Row input cell for one variable used in the formula.
6. Set the Column input cell for the other variable used in the formula.
7. Click OK and wait for the combined results to fill automatically.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: The output area displays batch results for combinations of two variables.
• Next action available: You can compare differences across variable combinations.

Tips While Using

• Common mistake: If the two input cells do not match the variables used in the formula, the results may not match expectations.
• Environment note: Two-variable analysis requires both the row input cell and the column input cell.

4. Review output results and adjust settings

Feature entry: Check the generated output area and reopen Simulation Calculation Sheet if needed.

1. Check whether the output area has been filled with all expected results.
2. If the results are incorrect, review the formula first.
3. Check whether the selected row input cell or column input cell is correct.
4. If needed, reselect the calculation area and run the feature again.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: The output area is complete and follows the expected variable logic.
• Next action available: You can continue with analysis, reporting, or model adjustment.

Tips While Using

• Common mistake: An incomplete variable range can cause missing results.
• Environment note: Output depends on the original formula and references, so it is helpful to verify a single result first.