How to Use the FDIST Function in WPS on Windows

This section includes 4 how-to topics for using FDIST, including entering the function, checking syntax guidance, adding cross-sheet references, and recalculating results.

How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Enter the FDIST function

Entry point: Formulas tab → formula bar

1. Open AirSheet and select the cell where you want to display the result.
2. Type the = sign in the formula bar or directly in the cell.
3. Continue by typing FDIST(.
4. Get ready to enter the required arguments.

Success Criteria

• UI state: The cell enters formula editing mode.
• Next actions: You can continue entering arguments and complete the formula.

Tips While Using

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

2. Check syntax guidance and fill in arguments

Entry point: formula bar

1. After entering FDIST(, review the syntax guidance shown by the app.
2. Confirm the number and order of arguments.
3. Enter the correct argument values.
4. Check that parentheses and separators are complete.

Success Criteria

• UI state: The full formula appears in the formula bar or cell.
• Next actions: You can press Enter to submit the formula and view the result.

Tips While Using

• Common mistakes: Unmatched parentheses or incorrect separators can cause formula errors.

3. Use cross-sheet references or nested formulas

Entry point: formula bar

1. Insert the required cell or range reference into the FDIST formula.
2. If you need a cross-sheet calculation, switch to the target sheet and select the reference.
3. If you need a combined analysis, add another function inside the FDIST formula.
4. Return to the current cell and review the full formula structure.

Success Criteria

• UI state: The formula shows the reference relationship or nested structure.
• Next actions: After submission, the formula returns the corresponding result.

Tips While Using

• Common mistakes: An incorrect reference range can affect the final result.
• Environment limits: Cross-sheet references require the related worksheet data to be available.

4. Check the result and recalculate

Entry point: result cell / keyboard shortcut

1. Press Enter to confirm the formula.
2. Check whether the result appears in the target cell.
3. If the source data changes, see whether the result updates automatically.
4. If needed, press F9 to recalculate.

Success Criteria

• UI state: The target cell shows the calculation result.
• Next actions: After editing source data, you can review the updated result again.

Tips While Using

• Common mistakes: Referenced numbers stored as text may cause unexpected results.
• Environment limits: If the workbook contains a circular reference, adjust the formula structure first.