WPS Creator Field on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 21, 2026

Common questions about Creator Field usually focus on edit limits, creator-based filtering, and record tracing, with 3 quick answers and a glossary below.

FAQ

Can I edit the Creator Field manually?

  1. No. The Creator Field is recorded automatically by the system.
  2. The field value cannot be edited manually.
  3. Even admins cannot directly change recorded creator information.

How can I use Creator Field for data visibility filtering?

  1. Open the filter feature in the table.
  2. Choose Creator Field as the filter condition.
  3. Set the condition to include the current signed-in user so you can focus on records you created.

Is creator information still kept if I do not add the Creator Field?

  1. Yes. The system can still retain creator information for the record.
  2. If you want to display it directly in the table, add the Creator Field.
  3. You can then continue using that information for filtering and grouping.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Creator FieldA system field in a table that shows who created each record.
System-generated valueA value created automatically by the system instead of manual input.
Creator-based filteringFiltering records by the person who created them.