How to Use the RANK.AVG Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 20, 2026

Use RANK.AVG in 3 topics: enter the function, set the arguments, and fill the formula while checking results; choose a topic from the How-to Index and follow the steps.

How-to Index

#TopicMembership
11. Enter the RANK.AVG functionFree
22. Set arguments and complete rankingFree
33. Fill down and check resultsFree

How-to Guide

1. Enter the RANK.AVG function

Entry point: Formulas tab → formula bar

  1. Open 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 typing RANK.AVG(.
  4. Check the syntax hint that appears and confirm that the function is recognized.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: The cell enters formula input mode and shows RANK.AVG-related hints.
  • Next actions: You can continue entering arguments and complete the calculation.

Tips While Using

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

2. Set arguments and complete ranking

Entry point: Formula bar or cell formula input area

  1. After RANK.AVG(, enter the value to rank or the corresponding cell reference.
  2. Type a comma, then select the reference range used for comparison.
  3. Add the sort-order argument if needed.
  4. Press Enter and check the ranking result in the cell.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: The cell shows a numeric result instead of unfinished formula text.
  • Next actions: You can copy the formula, change arguments, or replace the reference range.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: Unclosed parentheses or incomplete argument separators can cause formula errors.
  • Environment limits: The reference range should contain numeric data that can be ranked.

3. Fill down and check results

Entry point: A result cell that already contains a correct calculation

  1. Select the cell that already contains the correct RANK.AVG formula result.
  2. Drag the fill handle to copy the formula to other cells that need ranking.
  3. Check whether the reference range should use absolute or mixed references.
  4. After changing the source data, confirm that the ranking results update accordingly.

Success Criteria

  • UI state: Multiple target cells show their corresponding ranking results.
  • Next actions: You can continue sorting, filtering, or combining the results with other functions.
  • No side effects: The original data range is not overwritten by the fill operation.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistakes: If the reference range is not locked, the comparison range may shift after filling down.
  • Environment limits: For cross-sheet references, make sure the referenced worksheet and cells are valid.