WPS Date Picker Content Control on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 15, 2026

Common questions about WPS Date Picker Content Control usually focus on where to find the entry, how to adjust the date format, and how to fill in the control; this section includes 4 frequent questions and a glossary.

FAQ

Why can’t I find the Date Picker Content Control entry?

  1. Make sure you are using WPS Writer instead of another WPS component.
  2. Check whether the Developer tab is visible in the window.
  3. Open the document and then look for Date Picker Content Control under the related tab.

What should I do if the date format does not match the document requirement?

  1. Select the Date Picker Content Control that has already been inserted.
  2. Click Control Properties on the Developer tab.
  3. Choose the required date display format again and save the setting.

Why can’t I select a date directly after clicking the control?

  1. Check whether the document is still in Design Mode.
  2. Exit Design Mode, then click the date picker control again.
  3. Select the date again from the pop-up calendar.

Can I limit the selectable date range?

  1. The directly supported tasks here are inserting the control, setting the display format, and selecting a date.
  2. If you need more complex date restrictions, first check whether the current control properties provide that option.
  3. If there is no related setting in the current interface, you can standardize the requirement through the document template first.

Glossary

TermDefinition
Date Picker Content ControlA date input control in a document that lets users choose a date from a calendar.
Design ModeA mode used to insert and edit the structure of controls, including their position and properties.
Control PropertiesThe settings panel used to configure how a control is displayed and behaves.
Date FormatThe display style of a date in the document, such as year/month/day.