WPS Creation Time Field on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 22, 2026

Common questions about Creation Time Field focus on editability, existing records, and display formatting; this FAQ covers 3 frequent questions.

FAQ

Can I edit a Creation Time Field manually?

  1. Open a database that contains a Creation Time field.
  2. Check any cell in that column.
  3. The value is recorded by the system and cannot be edited manually.

Will existing records show a creation time after I add the field?

  1. Add a Creation Time field to an existing database.
  2. Return to the table and review the existing rows.
  3. The system shows the creation time for existing records automatically.

Why did the whole column change after I updated the format?

  1. Right-click the Creation Time field title and open Field Settings.
  2. Change the date format option.
  3. This updates the display style for the whole column, but the actual creation time stays the same.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Creation Time FieldA system field that records when each record was created.
Field SettingsThe settings panel used to adjust field name and display options.
Date FormatThe rule that controls how date and time values are displayed.