How to insert dates that automatically update to the current date
Overview
Zoho Writer allows you to insert dynamic date fields that automatically update to the current date whenever the document is opened or printed. This is useful for creating templates, reports, letters, and documents that always reflect the most recent date without manual updates.
Steps
Insert a Date field
- Go to Fields tab --> Date, and select the desired date field.
Update Format of Inserted Date
Click on the inserted date in the document and click the calendar icon. Custom Date Field Dialog popup appears.
In the Custom Date Autofield dialog, you can modify the locale and date format as needed. Additionally, you may assign a field name to the date, allowing you to reuse it throughout the document. Any changes made to this date field will automatically reflect in all other instances where the same field is used.
Troubleshooting
Problem : I need date in portuguese format like this,1 de maio de 2019, but on insert date it shows like 2019-05-01T15:21:57-03:00
Cause : Date format locale is in English, it needs to be changed to Portuguese.
Solution : Change the locale by clicking on the Inserted Date as shown and set the appropriate locale and format