How to Use the FISHERINV Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 17, 2026

Use the FISHERINV function through 3 how-to topics, including entering the function, checking syntax guidance, and working with cross-sheet references or nested formulas.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership
11. Enter the FISHERINV functionFree
22. Check function syntax guidanceFree
33. Use cross-sheet references or nested formulasFree

How-to Guide

1. Enter the FISHERINV function

Entry point: Formula tab → formula bar

  1. Open WPS Spreadsheet and select the cell where you want the result to appear.
  2. Type = to begin the formula.
  3. Type FISHERINV(.
  4. Enter the required parameter values and close the parenthesis.
  5. Press Enter to return the result in the current cell.

Success Criteria

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

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: Missing the = sign, leaving parentheses unclosed, or using the wrong separator can cause a formula error.
  • Environment note: The formula must be entered in an editable worksheet cell.

2. Check function syntax guidance

Entry point: formula bar

  1. In a worksheet cell or in the formula bar, type =FISHERINV(.
  2. Watch for the syntax guidance that appears.
  3. Review the parameter order and input requirements.
  4. Continue entering the formula based on the guidance.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: Syntax guidance appears after the function name is entered.
  • What you can do next: You can continue completing the formula with the displayed guidance.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: If the function name is misspelled, the matching guidance may not appear.
  • Environment note: You need to be in formula-entry mode.

3. Use cross-sheet references or nested formulas

Entry point: Formula tab → formula bar

  1. Select the target cell and type =FISHERINV(.
  2. In the parameter position, reference a cell from another worksheet or enter another function as part of the parameter.
  3. Check that the references and parenthesis levels are correct.
  4. Press Enter to confirm the formula.
  5. Change the referenced data and confirm that the result updates automatically.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: The formula returns a result without a syntax error.
  • What you can do next: When source data changes, the result updates accordingly.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: An incorrect cross-sheet reference or incomplete nesting can affect the result.
  • Environment note: The related worksheets and referenced cells need valid data.