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

This how-to guide includes 4 topics, all available directly in AirSheet; choose a topic from the How-to Index and follow the entry point and steps to use the CHISQ.DIST function in WPS on Windows.

How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Enter the CHISQ.DIST function

Entry point: Formulas tab → formula bar

1. Open AirSheet and select the cell where you want to show the result.
2. Type an equals sign = in the formula bar or directly in the cell.
3. Continue by typing CHISQ.DIST(.
4. Keep the cursor inside the parentheses and get ready to enter parameters.

Success Criteria

• UI state: The cell enters formula editing mode and shows the function name you typed.
• Next actions: You can continue entering parameters and complete the formula.

Tips While Using

• Common mistakes: If you forget to type = first, the content may be treated as plain text.

2. Review syntax guidance and fill in parameters

Entry point: Formula bar → function syntax guidance

1. After typing CHISQ.DIST(, review the syntax guidance that appears.
2. Enter the required parameters in the order shown.
3. Check that parentheses, separators, and parameter order are complete.
4. Press Enter to confirm the formula.

Success Criteria

• UI state: The cell shows a calculation result instead of staying in unfinished edit mode.
• Next actions: You can select the cell again to review or edit the formula.

Tips While Using

• Common mistakes: If the number of parameters or their order is incorrect, the result may show an error.

3. Use cell references in the calculation

Entry point: Formula bar → cell reference input

1. Select the result cell and type =CHISQ.DIST(.
2. Click or type the needed cell references in the parameter positions.
3. Complete any remaining parameters as needed.
4. Press Enter to finish the calculation.

Success Criteria

• UI state: The formula shows cell references instead of fixed values.
• Next actions: After editing the referenced cells, you can continue checking how the result changes.

Tips While Using

• Common mistakes: If referenced numbers are stored as text, the calculation result may be affected.

4. Check recalculation after updating data

Entry point: Result cell with a completed formula

1. Find the source data cells referenced by the CHISQ.DIST formula.
2. Change one or more parameter values.
3. Press Enter to confirm the data update.
4. Return to the result cell and check whether the displayed value has updated.

Success Criteria

• UI state: The value in the result cell updates when the referenced data changes.
• Next actions: You can continue adjusting parameters and compare different results.

Tips While Using

• Common mistakes: If the input is recognized as text, automatic recalculation may not behave as expected.