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

Last updated:July 17, 2026

Use NORM.INV through 4 how-to topics, all available without membership; choose a topic from the index and follow the entry path and steps below.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership Requirement
11. Enter the NORM.INV functionFree
22. Fill in the function argumentsFree
33. Use cross-sheet references and nested formulasFree
44. Check results and recalculateFree

How-to Guide

1. Enter the NORM.INV function

Entry path: Formulas tab → formula bar

  1. Open WPS Spreadsheet and go to the worksheet where you want the result.
  2. Select the target cell.
  3. Type = to start a formula.
  4. Enter NORM.INV(.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The selected cell enters formula editing mode.
  • Next action available: You can continue entering the function arguments.

Tips While Using

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

2. Fill in the function arguments

Entry path: Formula bar or target cell

  1. After NORM.INV(, enter the required arguments.
  2. Fill in probability, mean, and standard deviation in order.
  3. Separate arguments with commas.
  4. Type the closing parenthesis and press Enter.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The cell displays a calculated result.
  • Next action available: You can edit the arguments and compare updated outputs.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: Missing parentheses or incorrect separators can cause formula errors.

3. Use cross-sheet references and nested formulas

Entry path: Formulas tab → formula bar

  1. Enter cell references from other worksheets in the argument positions.
  2. Place NORM.INV inside a larger formula when needed.
  3. Check the reference targets and parenthesis levels.
  4. Press Enter to complete the calculation.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The formula bar shows cross-sheet references or a nested formula structure.
  • Next action available: Updating referenced cells also updates the result.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: Referencing the wrong worksheet or cell changes the output.

4. Check results and recalculate

Entry path: Result cell → formula bar

  1. Review the returned value in the result cell.
  2. Change related arguments or referenced data.
  3. Confirm that the result updates automatically.
  4. If needed, review the formula syntax and references again.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: The result changes when the source data changes.
  • Next action available: You can continue analysis, copy the formula, or fill it into other cells.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: Non-numeric values in argument cells can affect the result.