Follow 3 how-to topics to use the NORMDIST function in WPS Sheets on Windows; all 3 are available without membership and can be completed from the How-to Index below.
How-to Index
| # | Topic | Membership |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Enter NORMDIST through the Insert Function dialog box | Free |
| 2 | 2. Type the NORMDIST formula directly in a cell | Free |
| 3 | 3. Review NORMDIST syntax and parameter details | Free |
How-to Guide
1. Enter NORMDIST through 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 NORMDIST in the 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 now contains the NORMDIST function.
- Next actions: You can continue editing parameters, copying the formula, or filling it down.
Tips While Using
- Enter parameters in the required order so the mean and standard deviation are not swapped.
- Keep numeric parameters free of text values or extra spaces.
2. Type the NORMDIST formula directly in a cell
Entry point: Cell → Formula bar
- Select the cell where you want to enter the formula.
- Type
=NORMDIST(...)directly in the cell or formula bar. - Press Enter to confirm.
- If you want to reuse the formula, drag the fill handle to copy it to other cells.
Success Criteria
- UI state: The cell displays a calculated result, and the formula bar keeps the full formula.
- Next actions: You can continue adjusting references or editing parameters.
Tips While Using
- Use English commas as parameter separators.
- When copying formulas in bulk, check whether relative and absolute references match your needs.
3. Review NORMDIST syntax and parameter details
Entry point: Formulas tab → Insert Function
- Click Insert Function on the Formulas tab.
- Type NORMDIST in the search box.
- Select the function to review its syntax and parameter details.
- Click the help link for more detailed information.
Success Criteria
- UI state: You can see the function name, parameter order, and description details.
- Next actions: You can return to the worksheet and continue entering or editing the formula.
Tips While Using
- Confirm whether the cumulative parameter should be TRUE or FALSE before entering the formula.
- If the result looks incorrect, check the parameter types and whether the standard deviation value is valid.