WPS Last Modified By Field on macOS FAQ

Last updated:July 22, 2026

When using WPS Last Modified By Field, common questions focus on field differences, update rules, and edit limits; this section covers 3 frequent questions and a glossary.

FAQ

What is the difference between the Last Modified By field and the Created By field?

  1. The Created By field records the user who created the record for the first time.
  2. The Last Modified By field records the user who edited the record most recently.
  3. You can use both fields together to distinguish who created a record and who updated it last.

How do I control which field changes update the Last Modified By field?

  1. Right-click the Last Modified By field title and open Field Settings.
  2. In Scope, select Selected Fields.
  3. Choose the fields that should act as triggers, then save the setting.

Why can’t I edit the Last Modified By field manually?

  1. The Last Modified By field is an auto-recording field.
  2. Its value refreshes automatically based on actual record changes.
  3. To change the displayed result, adjust the record content or the update scope instead of editing the field value directly.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Last Modified ByA field that automatically records the user who most recently edited the current record.
Update scopeA setting that determines which field changes trigger an update to the Last Modified By field.
Created By fieldA system field that automatically records who originally created the record.