How to Use the NORMINV Function in WPS on Windows

This how-to guide covers 3 topics for using the NORMINV function, including inserting it through the Insert Function dialog, typing the formula directly in a cell, and reviewing syntax and parameter descriptions; 3 topics are free and 0 are membership-related.

How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Insert the function through the Insert Function dialog

Entry point: Formula tab → Insert Function

1. Select the cell where you want the calculation result to appear.
2. Click the fx button in the formula bar, or click Insert Function on the Formula tab.
3. Search for NORMINV in the dialog box.
4. Select the function and click OK.
5. Enter the probability, mean, and standard deviation in the parameter window.
6. Click OK to insert the function and return the result.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: The target cell displays a NORMINV calculation result.
• What you can do next: You can continue editing parameters, copying the formula, or filling it down.

Tips While Using

• Enter a valid numeric probability value.
• Keep the mean and standard deviation in the correct parameter positions.

2. Type the formula directly in a cell

Entry point: Target cell or formula bar

1. Select the cell where you want to enter the formula.
2. Type =NORMINV(probability,mean,standard_dev) directly.
3. Replace the sample parameters with actual values or cell references.
4. Press Enter to confirm.
5. If you need to reuse it, drag the fill handle to copy the formula to other cells.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: The cell returns a calculation result instead of plain formula text.
• What you can do next: You can edit the formula, copy it to nearby cells, or combine it with other functions.

Tips While Using

• Use standard English punctuation for parameter separators.
• If the result looks incorrect, first check whether referenced cells contain numeric values.

3. Review function syntax and parameter descriptions

Entry point: Formula tab → Insert Function

1. Click Insert Function on the Formula tab.
2. Search for and select NORMINV.
3. Review the function purpose and parameter order in the description area.
4. Open the parameter input window and check the meaning of each parameter.
5. Confirm the details, then complete formula entry.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: You can review the NORMINV function name, parameter structure, and input positions.
• What you can do next: You can continue inserting the function or return to the worksheet and type it directly.

Tips While Using

• Checking parameter order before entry can help reduce incorrect results.
• When editing an existing formula, also review the referenced cell range.