How to Use the MINVERSE Function in WPS on Windows

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How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Enter the MINVERSE function

Entry point: Formulas tab → formula bar

1. Open WPS Spreadsheets.
2. Select the cell where you want the result to appear.
3. Type = in the formula bar or directly in the cell.
4. Continue by typing MINVERSE(.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: The cell enters formula editing mode.
• What you can do next: You can continue entering parameters, and the function name is visible.

Tips While Using

• Common mistake: If you do not start with =, the content may be treated as plain text.
• Environment note: Make sure the worksheet is editable.

2. Fill in parameters with syntax prompts

Entry point: function input area in the formula bar

1. After typing MINVERSE(, review the syntax prompt that appears automatically.
2. Confirm the parameter requirements shown in the prompt.
3. Enter the correct matrix range or parameter content.
4. Press Enter to confirm the calculation.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: The cell shows the calculated result or array result.
• What you can do next: You can revise the parameters and calculate again.

Tips While Using

• Common mistake: Unmatched parentheses, incorrect separators, or an invalid parameter range can cause an error.

3. Use cross-worksheet references and nested formulas

Entry point: formula bar

1. Enter the MINVERSE formula in the target cell.
2. Switch worksheets to select the matrix range you want to reference.
3. Combine MINVERSE with other formulas when needed.
4. Confirm the formula and review the returned result.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: The formula includes a cross-worksheet reference or a nested structure.
• What you can do next: You can save the worksheet and continue editing or recalculating later.

Tips While Using

• Common mistake: If the referenced range changes, review the formula structure again to avoid incorrect results.

4. Check recalculated results

Entry point: result area in the completed worksheet

1. Change the source data in the matrix referenced by MINVERSE.
2. Check whether the result cell updates with the data change.
3. If the result does not update immediately, trigger recalculation manually and check again.
4. Confirm that the result matches the current data.

Success Criteria

• Interface result: The result updates when the source data changes.
• What you can do next: You can continue editing the source data and repeat the check.

Tips While Using

• Common mistake: Text-formatted numbers or circular references in referenced cells can affect result accuracy.