BINOM.DIST in WPS on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 20, 2026

When using BINOM.DIST, the most common questions involve formula entry, argument setup, and result checking; this FAQ includes 4 common questions and a glossary.

FAQ

What should I do if BINOM.DIST shows an error after I enter it?

  1. Check whether the formula starts with =.
  2. Check whether the parentheses are paired correctly and the arguments are separated correctly.
  3. Confirm that the number and order of arguments match the function requirements.
  4. Press Enter to submit the formula again.

How do I view the argument prompt for BINOM.DIST?

  1. Select the target cell.
  2. Type =BINOM.DIST(.
  3. Review the syntax prompt that appears in the editing area.
  4. Enter the arguments in the displayed order.

Why is my BINOM.DIST result incorrect?

  1. Check whether the number of successes, number of trials, and probability of success are entered correctly.
  2. Confirm that numbers in referenced cells are not stored as text.
  3. Check whether the cumulative argument matches your calculation goal.
  4. Update the arguments and calculate again.

Why does the result not change after I edit referenced values?

  1. Confirm that the formula points to the correct cells.
  2. Check whether the formula result was replaced with a fixed value by mistake.
  3. Press F9 to trigger recalculation.
  4. Review whether the result cell updates again.

Glossary

TermDefinition
BINOM.DISTA statistical function used to calculate binomial distribution probability.
Cell referenceUsing a cell address in a formula instead of a fixed value so the result can update with the source data.
Cumulative modeAn argument setting that determines whether the function returns cumulative probability or point probability.
Automatic recalculationA calculation behavior in which formula results update when referenced data changes.