MIN in WPS on Windows FAQ

Q: What should I do if the MIN function shows an error after I enter it?

Check whether the formula starts with = . Confirm that the parentheses are complete and the arguments are separated correctly. Use the syntax prompt that appears after MIN( to revise the formula.

Q: How can I view the instructions for the MIN function?

Select the target cell and type =MIN( . Review the automatic syntax prompt shown by the app. Confirm the argument requirements and example format from the prompt before continuing.

When using the MIN function, 3 common issue types include formula errors, help lookup, and unexpected results; this FAQ provides 3 common answers and a short glossary.

FAQ

What should I do if the MIN function shows an error after I enter it?

Check whether the formula starts with =.
Confirm that the parentheses are complete and the arguments are separated correctly.
Use the syntax prompt that appears after MIN( to revise the formula.

How can I view the instructions for the MIN function?

Select the target cell and type =MIN(.
Review the automatic syntax prompt shown by the app.
Confirm the argument requirements and example format from the prompt before continuing.

What should I do if the MIN result is not correct?

Check whether the referenced cells contain numbers stored as text or other invalid content.
Confirm that there is no incorrect range reference or circular reference.
After data changes, verify that the referenced range is still correct.

Glossary

Term	Definition
MIN	A function that returns the smallest value in a group of numbers.
Argument	A number, cell, or range used by a function in a calculation.
Cross-worksheet reference	A reference to a cell or range from another worksheet in the current formula.