Use MINA with 3 how-to topics, all available without membership; choose a topic from the How-to Index and complete the steps from its entry point.
How-to Index
| # | Topic | Membership |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Insert MINA from the Insert Function dialog box | Free |
| 2 | 2. Type a MINA formula directly in a cell | Free |
| 3 | 3. Review MINA syntax and parameter details | Free |
How-to Guide
1. Insert MINA from the Insert Function dialog box
Entry point: Formulas tab → Insert Function
- Select the cell where you want to enter the formula.
- Click the fx button in the formula bar, or click Insert Function on the Formulas tab.
- Search for MINA in the Insert Function dialog box.
- Select the function and click OK.
- Enter each parameter in the Function Arguments dialog box.
- Click OK to finish entering the function.
Success Criteria
- UI state: The target cell shows the MINA formula or its calculation result.
- Next actions: You can continue editing parameters, copying the formula, or filling it down.
Tips While Using
- Common mistakes: If you do not select the target cell first, the formula may be inserted in the wrong location.
- Environment limits: If the function list does not display normally, confirm that the current file is editable.
2. Type a MINA formula directly in a cell
Entry point: Cell → Formula bar
- Select the cell where you want to enter the formula.
- Type
=MINA(...)directly in the cell or the formula bar. - Press Enter to confirm the formula.
- If you want to use it in more cells, drag the fill handle or copy and paste the formula.
Success Criteria
- UI state: The cell returns a calculation result, and the formula bar keeps the full formula.
- Next actions: You can change references, copy the formula to nearby cells, or recalculate it.
Tips While Using
- Common mistakes: Using full-width punctuation can prevent the formula from being recognized correctly.
- Environment limits: Different data types in the referenced range can affect the result, so review the arguments before comparing outputs.
3. Review MINA syntax and parameter details
Entry point: Formulas tab → Insert Function
- Click Insert Function on the Formulas tab.
- Enter MINA in the search box.
- Select the function to review its syntax and parameter details.
- If a help entry is available, open it to read more details.
Success Criteria
- UI state: You can see the MINA function name, parameter area, or help details.
- Next actions: You can return to the worksheet and continue entering or editing the formula.
Tips While Using
- Common mistakes: Reviewing only the function name without checking parameter order can still lead to incorrect results.
- Environment limits: Opening an external help page requires an internet connection.