How to Use the MIN Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 20, 2026

This section includes 3 how-to topics for entering the function, filling in arguments from syntax hints, and completing cross-sheet or nested calculations; choose a topic from the index and follow the steps.

How-to Index

#TopicMembership
11. Enter the MIN functionFree
22. Fill in arguments with syntax hintsFree
33. Use cross-sheet references or nested formulasFree

How-to Guide

1. Enter the MIN function

Entry point: Formulas tab → Formula bar

  1. Open WPS AirSheet and select the cell where you want to show the result.
  2. Type = in the formula bar or directly in the cell.
  3. Continue by typing MIN(.
  4. Check the on-screen syntax hint and get ready to enter arguments.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: The cell enters formula input mode and shows =MIN(.
  • Next actions: A syntax hint appears, and you can continue entering arguments.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: If you do not type = first, the content may be treated as plain text.
  • Environment limits: You need to work in an editable spreadsheet cell.

2. Fill in arguments with syntax hints

Entry point: The target cell after =MIN( has been entered

  1. Enter the arguments you want to calculate based on the syntax hint.
  2. You can enter a single value, a cell reference, or a cell range.
  3. Check that parentheses and separators are complete.
  4. Press Enter to confirm the formula.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: The target cell shows the calculation result.
  • Next actions: When you select the cell again, you can view the full formula in the formula bar.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: If parentheses are not closed or separators are incomplete, the formula may return an error.
  • Environment limits: The argument content should meet the function's calculation requirements.

3. Use cross-sheet references or nested formulas

Entry point: Formula bar

  1. Enter a MIN formula in the target cell.
  2. Reference cells or ranges from other worksheets as needed.
  3. If you need a combined calculation, nest MIN with other functions.
  4. Press Enter and check whether the result updates automatically when the source data changes.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: The cell shows the final calculation result.
  • Next actions: After you change referenced data, the result recalculates automatically.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: An incorrect reference range can cause unexpected results.
  • Environment limits: When using cross-sheet references, make sure the related worksheet data exists.