Use WPS Date with 2 how-to topics: creating a date field and entering a date, both available directly on iOS.
How-to Index
| No. | Topic | Membership Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Create a Date Field | Free |
| 2 | 2. Enter a Date | Free |
How-to Guide
1. Create a Date Field
Entry point: Tap the column header → Edit → Field Type → Date
- Tap the target column header.
- In the floating toolbar, tap Edit.
- In the field editing window, tap Field Type.
- Select Date.
- Set the date format you need, such as 2026/01/01 or 2026-01-01.
- If needed, turn on Show Weekday.
- If needed, turn on Show Time so the field can record HH:MM.
- Enter the field name and tap Confirm to finish.
Success Criteria
- On-screen result: a new date field column appears in the table.
- What you can do next: you can start entering date values in that field.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: if you do not enter the column editing view first, you cannot change the field type.
- Tip: if you need exact times, turn on Show Time when creating the field.
2. Enter a Date
Entry point: Tap the target cell → select the date field → choose a date
- Tap the target cell to open the record details view.
- Tap the Date field.
- Select the date you need in the date picker.
- If Show Time is enabled for the field, continue by selecting a specific time.
- Tap Confirm in the upper-right corner to finish.
Success Criteria
- On-screen result: the selected date appears in the cell or record details view.
- What you can do next: you can continue editing other fields in the same record.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: if you do not tap Confirm, the change may not be saved.
- Tip: if you only need the date, turn off Show Time to reduce input steps.