WPS Countdown on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 22, 2026

Common questions about Countdown focus on time display, multiple widgets, time precision, and saving edits; this section includes 4 FAQs.

FAQ

What happens when the countdown reaches zero?

  1. When the target time is reached, the widget shows 00:00:00:00.
  2. If you want to keep using it, open the edit panel again.
  3. Set a new target time and click "OK."

Can I add multiple countdown widgets to one dashboard?

  1. Open the "+ Add Widget" entry again.
  2. Add Countdown multiple times.
  3. Set a different description and target time for each widget.

What time format does the target time support?

  1. Set the target time in the edit panel.
  2. Countdown supports time settings down to the second.
  3. Check the preview area to confirm the display result.

Why did the widget not update after I changed the settings?

  1. Check whether you completed the required settings in the edit panel.
  2. Confirm that you clicked "OK" to apply the changes.
  3. If the widget still does not update, open the configuration again and save it once more.

Glossary

TermDefinition
DashboardA workspace that displays multiple widgets and information cards together.
Countdown widgetA widget that shows the remaining time before a target date and time in the dashboard.
Counting methodThe way the countdown gets its data, such as Custom Value or Select Field.
Chart StyleThe appearance settings that control the colors of time blocks, description text, and numbers.