How to Use

Use CHITEST through 3 how-to topics, including inserting it from the Insert Function dialog box, typing the formula directly in a cell, and reviewing syntax or parameter guidance.

How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Insert CHITEST from the Insert Function dialog box

Entry path: Formulas tab → Insert Function

1. Select the cell where you want to enter the formula.
2. Click the fx button in the formula bar, or click Insert Function on the Formulas tab.
3. Search for CHITEST in the Insert Function dialog box.
4. Select the function and click OK.
5. Enter each parameter in the Function Arguments dialog box.
6. Click OK to finish entering the function.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: The target cell now contains a CHITEST formula.
• What you can do next: You can continue editing parameters, copy the formula, or review the calculation result.

Tips While Using

• Common mistake: If the function name is entered incorrectly, the search may not return the target function.
• Environment note: If the worksheet is protected, you may not be able to edit the cell directly.

2. Type the formula directly in a cell

Entry path: Cell → Formula bar

1. Select the cell where you want to enter the formula.
2. Type =CHITEST(...) directly in the cell or in the formula bar.
3. Press Enter to confirm.
4. If you want to review parameter guidance, type =CHITEST( and press F1 to view syntax help.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: The cell shows the calculation result, and the full formula remains visible in the formula bar.
• What you can do next: You can fill the formula down, copy and paste it, or adjust the referenced range.

Tips While Using

• Common mistake: Using nonstandard separators can cause a formula error.
• Environment note: If the parameter data type is incorrect, the formula may return an error value.

3. Review function syntax and parameter guidance

Entry path: Formulas tab → Insert Function

1. Click Insert Function on the Formulas tab.
2. Enter CHITEST in the search box.
3. Select the function to review the syntax CHITEST(...).
4. Click the help link for that function to open more detailed guidance.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: You can see the function name, syntax structure, and parameter guidance area.
• What you can do next: You can return to the worksheet to enter the function or adjust parameters based on the guidance.

Tips While Using

• Common mistake: If the wrong function is selected first, the guidance shown may belong to another function.
• Environment note: Opening the help link requires an internet connection.