This FAQ covers 3 common questions about WPS Last Modified Time Field on macOS, including automatic updates, trigger scope, and the difference from created time.
FAQ
Can I use Last Modified Time together with Created Time?
- Yes. You can keep both a Created Time field and a Last Modified Time Field in the same multi-dimensional table.
- Created Time records when a record was first created.
- Last Modified Time records the most recent time when that record was edited.
- Using both fields together helps you review the full change timeline of a record.
Will the time update when I edit a field that is not selected?
- If the update scope is set to Selected Fields, editing an unselected field does not update the time.
- The time updates only when a field included in the update scope changes.
- If you want every edit to update the time, change the scope to All Fields.
Why can’t I edit the Last Modified Time manually?
- The Last Modified Time Field is a system-managed field.
- Its purpose is to reflect the latest change time of a record objectively.
- Because of that, the time value is generally not entered or overwritten manually.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Last Modified Time Field | A field that automatically records the latest modified time for each record. |
| Update Scope | A setting that controls which field changes trigger an update to the Last Modified Time Field. |
| Date Format | The display style used for time values in the field, such as year/month/day or year-month-day with hours and minutes. |