MINVERSE in WPS returns the inverse matrix of an array; 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
MINVERSE is a spreadsheet function in WPS that returns the inverse matrix of an array. You can enter it from the Insert Function dialog box, type the formula directly in a cell or in the formula bar, and review its syntax and parameter details before use. It is suitable for matrix calculations, formula learning, and spreadsheet modeling.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|
| Operating system | A Windows device that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | No required internet connection for local formula entry and calculation; internet access is needed for downloads or online help |
| Other | Use WPS Spreadsheet and prepare a numeric square matrix with the same number of rows and columns |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Office → open Spreadsheet → go to the Formula tab and confirm that Insert Function is available or that you can type =MINVERSE(...) |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Google | Notion | Adobe |
|---|
| Capability Summary | Provides the MINVERSE function to return the inverse matrix of an array, with support for both Insert Function and direct formula entry. | Excel provides the MINVERSE function to return the inverse matrix for a matrix stored in an array, and its help page explains dynamic array and legacy array entry. | Google Sheets provides the MINVERSE function to return the multiplicative inverse of a square matrix specified as an array or range. | Notion formulas support many property, math, text, date, and list functions, but the public help page does not describe a matrix inverse function. | Adobe Acrobat focuses on PDF editing, conversion, signing, and AI-assisted document workflows rather than spreadsheet matrix functions. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: You can use MINVERSE directly in a spreadsheet workflow through Insert Function or direct cell entry. Distinct: The function workflow also includes a syntax review path before input. | Compared with WPS: Excel also supports MINVERSE, while its official guidance places more emphasis on dynamic arrays and legacy array formulas. | Compared with WPS: Google Sheets also supports MINVERSE, mainly through its online function reference for square matrices. | Compared with WPS: Notion formulas are designed for database properties and general calculations, not direct spreadsheet matrix inversion. | Compared with WPS: Acrobat is positioned for PDF document tasks, so it does not provide a comparable spreadsheet function entry point. |
| Official Source | — | MINVERSE function | MINVERSE | Formula syntax & functions | Adobe Acrobat |
Overall Conclusion
For inverse matrix work inside spreadsheets, WPS, Microsoft Excel, and Google Sheets all provide a related function. If your main workflow is database formulas or PDF document handling, Notion and Adobe serve different product scenarios.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main challenge | How it helps |
|---|
| 1 | Learning matrix functions | Students and teachers | Need a quick way to understand inverse matrix input | Search for MINVERSE in Insert Function and review its parameters |
| 2 | Spreadsheet modeling | Analysts and finance users | Need to complete matrix calculations directly in cells | Type =MINVERSE(...) in a cell or in the formula bar |
| 3 | Syntax checking | New users | Unsure about the parameter format | Review the syntax MINVERSE(array) before entering the formula |
| 4 | Error troubleshooting | Everyday office users | Results are incorrect or return an error | Check whether the selected range is a numeric square matrix |
| 5 | Reusing formulas | Users who work with formulas often | Need a consistent way to manage formula entry | Confirm the syntax first, then copy or adjust the formula as needed |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|
| MINVERSE formula entry and calculation | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic PDF features | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Advanced PDF tools, more templates, and extended benefits | Some features are limited | More advanced features and benefits are available |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|
| You only need basic spreadsheet functions such as MINVERSE | Free | This function can be used without membership |
| You also need more PDF tools, templates, or extended office benefits | WPS Premium | Suitable for users with broader document workflow needs |
How to Subscribe
Source: WPS Office pricing page
