How to Use the TTEST Function in WPS on Windows

Last updated:July 20, 2026

This how-to guide includes 4 operation topics, all available in WPS Spreadsheets; choose a topic from the index and follow the entry path and steps to complete it.

How-to Index

No.TopicMembership Requirement
11. Enter the TTEST functionFree
22. Fill in arguments with syntax guidanceFree
33. Use cross-sheet referencesFree
44. Check recalculated results after data changesFree

How-to Guide

1. Enter the TTEST function

Entry path: Formulas tab → formula bar

  1. Open WPS Spreadsheets and select the cell where you want the result to appear.
  2. Type = in the formula bar or directly in the cell.
  3. Continue by typing TTEST(.
  4. Confirm that the function name and input state appear in the editing area.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: the cell enters formula input mode.
  • What you can do next: continue entering the function arguments and complete the calculation.

Tips While Using

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

2. Fill in arguments with syntax guidance

Entry path: view formula guidance after typing =TTEST(

  1. After typing TTEST(, look for the syntax guidance shown by WPS.
  2. Enter the required arguments in the displayed order.
  3. Check that parentheses, separators, and argument count are complete.
  4. Press Enter to confirm the formula.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: the cell shows a calculated result instead of an unfinished formula.
  • What you can do next: select the cell again to review or edit the formula.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: unmatched parentheses or incomplete arguments can cause an incorrect result.

3. Use cross-sheet references

Entry path: formula bar → select a data range on another worksheet

  1. Start entering the TTEST formula in the target cell.
  2. While filling in arguments, switch to another worksheet.
  3. Select the data range you want to reference in the calculation.
  4. Return to the current sheet and confirm that the formula structure is complete.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: the formula includes a cross-sheet reference.
  • What you can do next: press Enter to return the corresponding result.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: an incomplete reference range can affect the final result.

4. Check recalculated results after data changes

Entry path: edit referenced data, then return to the result cell

  1. Locate the data cells referenced by the TTEST formula.
  2. Change one or more values in the referenced data.
  3. Return to the result cell and review the displayed result.
  4. If needed, select the formula cell again to confirm that the result has updated.

Success Criteria

  • Interface result: the result updates when referenced data changes.
  • What you can do next: continue editing data or copy the formula to other cells.

Tips While Using

  • Common mistake: if you edit data outside the referenced range, the result will not change.