How to Use the FTEST Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 17, 2026

Use FTEST through 4 practical topics in WPS Spreadsheet; choose a topic from the How-to Index and follow the entry path and steps to complete the task.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership Requirement
11. Enter the FTEST functionFree
22. Fill in arguments with formula hintsFree
33. Use cross-sheet referencesFree
44. Use FTEST in a nested formulaFree

How-to Guide

1. Enter the FTEST function

Entry path: Formula tab → formula bar

  1. Open WPS Spreadsheet and select the cell where you want to show the result.
  2. Type = to start a formula.
  3. Type FTEST(.
  4. Review the function hint that appears.
  5. Continue entering the arguments and press Enter.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The cell enters formula editing mode and shows FTEST-related hints.
  • Next action available: You can continue filling in arguments and complete the calculation.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: If you do not start with =, the content may be treated as plain text.

2. Fill in arguments with formula hints

Entry path: Function hint in the formula bar

  1. After FTEST(, enter the first sample range.
  2. Add the separator and then enter the second sample range.
  3. Check the number and format of arguments against the hint.
  4. Press Enter to return the result.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The cell shows a calculated result or a valid numeric value.
  • Next action available: You can select the cell again and adjust the argument ranges.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: Missing brackets, missing separators, or incorrect ranges can affect the result.

3. Use cross-sheet references

Entry path: Formula bar + sheet tabs

  1. In the result cell, type =FTEST(.
  2. Switch to the first worksheet and select the first sample range.
  3. Add the separator, switch to another worksheet, and select the second sample range.
  4. Complete the closing bracket and press Enter.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The formula includes cross-sheet reference addresses.
  • Next action available: If data changes in either worksheet, the result updates accordingly.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: Selecting the wrong worksheet or mismatched ranges can lead to an incorrect analysis target.

4. Use FTEST in a nested formula

Entry path: Formula bar

  1. Select the target cell and start entering the combined formula.
  2. Insert FTEST(...) where the statistical test result is needed.
  3. Combine the returned value with other functions or logical checks.
  4. Press Enter to complete the formula.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The cell returns the result of the full nested formula.
  • Next action available: You can continue adjusting the outer formula logic in the formula bar.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: When the formula is deeply nested, confirm that FTEST works correctly on its own first.