WPS Date on iOS FAQ

Last updated:July 20, 2026

When using Date, common questions usually focus on weekday display, time entry, and default values; here are 3 frequent questions and their solutions.

FAQ

Can a date field show the weekday?

  1. Open the editing screen for the target date field.
  2. Find the Show Weekday option in the date field settings.
  3. Turn it on and save the setting. The weekday will then appear next to the date.

Can a date field record time as well?

  1. Edit the target date field.
  2. Turn on Show Time.
  3. Return to the record details and fill in the date field again to choose the hour and minute.

Can a date field use the current date as a default value?

  1. On iOS, a date field cannot currently be set directly to the current date by default.
  2. If you need a default value, set the field default on desktop.
  3. You can also use a Created Time field to record automatically generated time information.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Date fieldA field type in a data table that stores dates and, depending on settings, can also show the weekday or time.
Show WeekdayA display option for a date field that adds the weekday next to the date.
Show TimeA display option for a date field that lets users choose a specific time during entry.
Record detailsThe detailed editing view that opens after tapping a cell, where you can fill in fields for the current record.