How to Use the AVEDEV Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 17, 2026

Use the AVEDEV function through 4 how-to topics, including entering the function, filling arguments with syntax prompts, using cross-sheet references, and creating nested calculations; all 4 topics are available without membership.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership Requirement
11. Enter the AVEDEV functionFree
22. Fill in arguments with syntax promptsFree
33. Use cross-sheet referencesFree
44. Create nested calculationsFree

How-to Guide

1. Enter the AVEDEV function

Entry point: Formulas tab → formula bar

  1. Open Spreadsheet and select the cell where you want to show the result.
  2. Type = to start the formula.
  3. Type AVEDEV(.
  4. Enter the values or cell range to calculate.
  5. Press Enter to confirm and display the result in the current cell.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The cell shows a calculation result.
  • What you can do next: You can continue editing the formula, copy it, or save the file.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: If you do not start with =, the content may be treated as plain text.
  • Environment note: You need to work in an editable spreadsheet cell.

2. Fill in arguments with syntax prompts

Entry point: Function input prompt in the formula bar

  1. In a cell, type =AVEDEV(.
  2. Check the syntax prompt that appears.
  3. Enter arguments in order or select the needed cell range.
  4. Make sure the parentheses and separators are complete.
  5. Press Enter to finish the calculation.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The syntax prompt is visible, and the formula returns a result after entry.
  • What you can do next: You can click the formula bar again to revise the arguments.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: Missing a closing parenthesis or using the wrong separator can cause a formula error.
  • Environment note: Make sure the referenced range is correct.

3. Use cross-sheet references

Entry point: Formula bar → select cells or ranges on another sheet

  1. In the target cell, type =AVEDEV(.
  2. Switch to the worksheet that contains the source data.
  3. Select the cells or range to include.
  4. Return to the formula and confirm that the reference has been inserted.
  5. Complete the closing parenthesis and press Enter.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The formula includes a reference to another worksheet.
  • What you can do next: You can review the result again after source data changes.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: Selecting the wrong range changes the result directly.
  • Environment note: The referenced worksheet should keep valid data.

4. Create nested calculations

Entry point: Formula bar

  1. Select the target cell and type =.
  2. Start with the outer or inner formula expression.
  3. Insert AVEDEV( in the needed position.
  4. Enter the required arguments or ranges.
  5. Check the parenthesis levels and press Enter to complete the calculation.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The cell returns the result of the nested formula.
  • What you can do next: You can review the full formula structure in the formula bar.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: Deep nesting can make parentheses easier to mismatch.
  • Environment note: It is helpful to review the full expression in the formula bar.