NORMDIST Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice
NORMDIST is an Excel Compatibility function. Legacy normal distribution — kept for compatibility with older files.
NORMDIST syntax
Arguments
x: The value to evaluatemean: The average (mean) of the distributionstandard_dev: The standard deviation of the distributioncumulative: TRUE for the cumulative distribution, FALSE for the probability mass
When to use NORMDIST
NORMDIST is kept mainly for opening older files built in earlier versions of Excel.
Practice NORMDIST online, free
Open the live Excel-style spreadsheet and try NORMDIST yourself. No Excel install or sign-up needed to start.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the NORMDIST function do in Excel?
Legacy normal distribution — kept for compatibility with older files.
What is the syntax of NORMDIST in Excel?
The syntax is =NORMDIST(x, mean, standard_dev, cumulative). x: The value to evaluate; mean: The average (mean) of the distribution; standard_dev: The standard deviation of the distribution; cumulative: TRUE for the cumulative distribution, FALSE for the probability mass.
Where can I practice NORMDIST online for free?
Open the free live spreadsheet on Cellgrids and try NORMDIST yourself. No Excel install is needed and you can start without signing up.
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