WPS Last Modified Time Field on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 24, 2026

Common questions about WPS Last Modified Time Field usually focus on field pairing, trigger conditions, and display behavior; this FAQ includes 3 common questions and a glossary.

FAQ

Can I use Last Modified Time together with Created Time?

  1. Yes. You can add both fields to the same table.
  2. Created Time records when the record was first created.
  3. Last Modified Time records the most recent edit time.
  4. Using both fields together helps you review the full record lifecycle.

If I use selected fields as the trigger, will edits to other fields update the time?

  1. No. When Update Scope is set to Selected Fields, only the selected fields can trigger a time update.
  2. Changes to unselected fields do not update the Last Modified Time value.
  3. If you want every change to update the time, switch the setting to All Fields.

Why can I change the display format but not edit the time manually?

  1. Last Modified Time is recorded automatically by the system.
  2. You can change how the time is displayed, but you cannot type over the recorded value directly.
  3. If you need a manually entered date, create a regular date field instead.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Last Modified Time FieldA system field that automatically records the latest edit time for each record.
Update ScopeA setting that decides which field changes can trigger a Last Modified Time update.
Date FormatThe display style used for time values, such as the order of year, month, day, hour, and minute.