BINOM.INV is a built-in WPS spreadsheet function for inverse binomial distribution results; this guide covers 3 core tasks, with 3 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 3 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 3 | Matches the number of Free rows in the index |
| Membership-related items | 0 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
About This Feature
Overview
BINOM.INV is a built-in function in WPS Spreadsheets. It returns the smallest number of successes for which the cumulative binomial distribution is greater than or equal to a criterion value, making it useful for probability analysis, classroom examples, and spreadsheet models.
Core tasks include:
- Insert BINOM.INV from the Insert Function dialog box.
- Type
=BINOM.INV(...)directly in a cell or in the formula bar. - Review syntax and parameter details from the function help entry.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Windows PC that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | No mandatory network connection is required for local formula calculation; internet access is needed for downloads or online help |
| Other | WPS Spreadsheets must be installed, and you need permission to edit the worksheet |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Installation notes | Download and install WPS Office, then open WPS Spreadsheets to use BINOM.INV |
| Verification after installation | Open WPS Spreadsheets, search for BINOM.INV in formula-related entry points, or type =BINOM.INV(...) directly |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Includes the BINOM.INV function, supports insertion from the function dialog box, direct formula entry, and syntax lookup. | Excel includes the BINOM.INV function for returning the smallest value for which the cumulative binomial distribution is greater than or equal to a criterion value. | Google Sheets includes BINOMINV for returning the smallest integer for which the cumulative binomial distribution is greater than or equal to a target probability. | Notion formulas support general expressions, but there is no official BINOM.INV-style spreadsheet function listed in its formula reference. | Adobe Acrobat documentation focuses on PDF and form workflows rather than spreadsheet probability functions such as BINOM.INV. |
| Official Source | — | Microsoft BINOM.INV function | Google BINOMINV | Notion formula syntax | Adobe Acrobat desktop help |
Advantage: WPS supports both dialog-based insertion and direct formula entry in a spreadsheet workflow.
Overall Conclusion
For spreadsheet-based probability work, WPS, Microsoft Excel, and Google Sheets all provide relevant function support. WPS fits users who want both a guided function dialog and direct formula entry, while Notion and Adobe are more suitable for their own document collaboration or PDF-focused scenarios.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main challenge | How BINOM.INV helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Probability demonstrations | Teachers and students | Showing inverse binomial results quickly during lessons | Enter parameters through the Insert Function dialog box and review the result |
| 2 | Data modeling | Data analysts | Calculating threshold-based results across worksheets | Type =BINOM.INV(...) directly and fill the formula down |
| 3 | Parameter checking | New users | Understanding parameter order and meaning | Open the function help entry to review syntax and parameter details |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Use the BINOM.INV function | Available | Available |
| Insert the function from the dialog box | Available | Available |
| View syntax and parameter details | Available | Available |
Recommendations
| Scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday formula learning and basic calculation | Free | BINOM.INV is available for regular spreadsheet work in this workflow |
| Broader office needs beyond this function | WPS Premium | Suitable if you also need other premium office benefits |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page