Count records consistently
Each source row represents one task.
Original editable file
Use COUNTIF to count a selected status or category in WPS Spreadsheets. The starter includes a small task dataset and criteria cells you can change.
Original XLSX starter included. Edit in WPS Spreadsheets; advanced feature availability varies by version and platform.
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About this workflow
Use WPS Spreadsheets to work on the file, review the details and save the result in a suitable format.
Each source row represents one task.
Keep the status you are counting in an editable cell.
Count matching rows without confusing them with numeric totals.
Original editable file
Original countif practice workbook with illustrative data and editing instructions.
This editable sample is in English. Open it in WPS Office and replace the example content with your own. The starter file is separate from the WPS app download.
Using WPS Office
Install WPS Office, then follow these steps in the app. This webpage does not edit or convert your files.

Define one recordMake sure each row represents a single task.
WPS Office
Work with your everyday office files in one app. Keep an editable source file and choose the sharing format your audience needs.
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COUNTIF applies one condition. Use COUNTIFS when the same row must match multiple criteria.
An original editable XLSX example with task id, owner, status and task instructions. Status spelling must be consistent. COUNTIF is not case-sensitive in common spreadsheet use.
Download the starter and open it in WPS Spreadsheets. Editing happens in the app; this page does not process or upload your workbook. Save an XLSX copy to keep working, or export a reviewed view as PDF.
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Original XLSX starter included. Edit in WPS Spreadsheets; advanced feature availability varies by version and platform.