How to Use the NORM.DIST Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 17, 2026

Use NORM.DIST through 4 how-to topics, all available without membership; start from the How-to Index to enter the function, fill in arguments, use references, and check recalculated results.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership Requirement
11. Enter the NORM.DIST functionFree
22. Fill in arguments with promptsFree
33. Use cell or cross-sheet referencesFree
44. Check results and automatic recalculationFree

How-to Guide

1. Enter the NORM.DIST function

Entry point: Formulas tab → formula bar

  1. Open WPS Spreadsheet and select the cell where you want the result to appear.
  2. Type = to start a formula.
  3. Type NORM.DIST(.
  4. Check whether the function prompt appears.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: =NORM.DIST( appears in the cell or formula bar.
  • Next action available: You can continue entering arguments and complete the formula.

Tips While Using

  • Start the formula with =.
  • Enter the formula directly in the result cell so it is easier to review and edit later.

2. Fill in arguments with prompts

Entry point: A cell or formula bar that already contains =NORM.DIST(

  1. Enter the target value or a cell reference in the first argument position.
  2. Type a comma, then enter the mean argument.
  3. Enter the standard deviation argument.
  4. Enter the cumulative argument, such as TRUE or FALSE.
  5. Type the closing parenthesis and press Enter.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: The cell shows a calculated result instead of an unfinished formula string.
  • Next action available: You can select the cell again to review or edit the arguments.

Tips While Using

  • Make sure parentheses are paired correctly.
  • Separate arguments with the correct delimiter.
  • If an error appears, first check the number of arguments, their order, and their data types.

3. Use cell or cross-sheet references

Entry point: Formula bar

  1. While entering NORM.DIST arguments, do not type only fixed values.
  2. Select the cell that contains the source data to insert a cell reference.
  3. If you need a cross-sheet reference, switch to the target worksheet and select the required cell.
  4. Finish the remaining arguments and press Enter.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: The formula contains a cell address or a cross-sheet reference.
  • Next action available: When the referenced cell changes, the result updates accordingly.

Tips While Using

  • Confirm that referenced cells contain numeric values that can be calculated.
  • For cross-sheet references, check the worksheet name and reference location carefully.

4. Check results and automatic recalculation

Entry point: A completed result cell

  1. Review the current calculated result in the cell.
  2. Change one of the source data cells used in the formula.
  3. Check whether the result cell updates automatically.
  4. If the result still looks incorrect, press F9 and review it again.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: The result cell updates after the source data changes.
  • Next action available: You can continue adjusting arguments and compare different outcomes.

Tips While Using

  • Numbers stored as text can affect calculation results.
  • Circular references or incorrect arguments can prevent a valid result from appearing.