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

Last updated:July 20, 2026

Use CHISQ.INV in 4 topics on Windows, all available without membership, from entering the function to checking updated results.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership
11. Enter the CHISQ.INV functionFree
22. View function syntax guidanceFree
33. Use cell references as argumentsFree
44. Update and review calculation resultsFree

How-to Guide

1. Enter the CHISQ.INV function

Entry point: Formulas tab → formula bar

  1. Open WPS Spreadsheet and select the cell where you want the result to appear.
  2. Type = in the cell or in the formula bar.
  3. Type CHISQ.INV(.
  4. Enter the required arguments and press Enter.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: the selected cell shows a calculation result.
  • Next action available: you can continue editing the formula or reference other cells.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: an incorrect function name, bracket, or separator can cause a formula error.
  • Environment note: the formula must be entered in an editable worksheet cell.

2. View function syntax guidance

Entry point: formula bar

  1. Select the target cell.
  2. Type =CHISQ.INV(.
  3. Review the syntax guidance shown while typing.
  4. Complete the arguments based on the prompt.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: argument guidance or example syntax appears while the function is being entered.
  • Next action available: you can continue completing the formula from the prompt.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: if the opening parenthesis is missing, the guidance may not appear completely.

3. Use cell references as arguments

Entry point: formula bar

  1. Prepare the worksheet cells that contain the values you want to use as arguments.
  2. Select the result cell and type =CHISQ.INV(.
  3. Click or type the relevant cell reference as an argument.
  4. Complete the formula and press Enter.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: the formula bar shows cell references as part of the argument list.
  • Next action available: after changing the referenced cell, you can review the updated result.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: if a referenced cell contains text instead of a valid number, the result may not be as expected.

4. Update and review calculation results

Entry point: result cell with the formula already entered

  1. Change a formula argument or edit a referenced cell value.
  2. Check whether the result cell updates.
  3. If needed, review the formula structure again.
  4. Recalculate when you want to confirm the output again.

Success Criteria

  • On-screen result: the result updates after the input changes, or refreshes after recalculation.
  • Next action available: you can continue copying the formula, adjusting arguments, or saving the file.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: circular references or incorrect argument types can affect the result.