How to Use the TDIST Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 20, 2026

Use TDIST through 4 how-to topics, including 4 free topics and 0 membership-related topics; choose a task from the How-to Index and follow the steps to complete it.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership Requirement
11. Enter the TDIST functionFree
22. Check syntax guidance and parameter requirementsFree
33. Use TDIST with cross-sheet referencesFree
44. Update results in nested formulasFree

How-to Guide

1. Enter the TDIST function

Entry path: Formulas tab → formula bar or target cell

  1. Open WPS Spreadsheet and go to the worksheet where you want the result.
  2. Select the cell that should display the result.
  3. Type = to begin the formula.
  4. Type TDIST(.
  5. Continue entering the required parameters and press Enter.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: the target cell shows a TDIST result or remains in formula editing mode.
  • What you can do next: you can continue editing parameters, copy the formula, or fill it into other cells.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: if you forget to type = first, the content may be treated as plain text.
  • Environment note: this action must be performed in an editable spreadsheet cell.

2. Check syntax guidance and parameter requirements

Entry path: target cell or formula bar

  1. Select the cell where you want to enter the formula.
  2. Type =TDIST(.
  3. Watch for the syntax guidance that appears.
  4. Use the guidance to confirm parameter count, order, and example usage.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: syntax guidance for TDIST appears in the editing area.
  • What you can do next: you can continue entering parameters and complete the calculation.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: if the function name is misspelled, the correct guidance may not appear.
  • Environment note: syntax guidance is available while the formula is being entered.

3. Use TDIST with cross-sheet references

Entry path: Formulas tab → formula bar

  1. Open the workbook that contains the source data.
  2. Select the result cell and type =TDIST(.
  3. Switch to another worksheet and select the referenced cell or range for the needed parameter.
  4. Complete the remaining parameters and press Enter.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: the formula includes a reference to another worksheet.
  • What you can do next: after referenced data changes, you can review whether the result changes with it.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: after switching worksheets, users may forget to complete brackets or separators.
  • Environment note: the referenced worksheet should be in the current workbook or remain accessible.

4. Update results in nested formulas

Entry path: target cell → formula bar

  1. Enter a combined formula that includes TDIST.
  2. Nest TDIST with other functions as needed.
  3. Press Enter to generate the result.
  4. Change related parameters or referenced data.
  5. Check whether the result updates automatically; for review, press F9 to recalculate manually if needed.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: the result changes after data is edited, or a new result appears after manual recalculation.
  • What you can do next: you can continue refining the formula or copy it to other cells.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: when formulas become more complex, brackets are easier to miss.
  • Environment note: manual recalculation is useful for result review.