How to insert and use Auto Fields in Zoho Writer
Overview
AutoFields are dynamic fields that automatically add and update information such as current date, page number, page count, document created time, name or version. They can also display future and past dates relative to the current date. These fields are incredibly useful in templates, contracts, and mail merges, as they eliminate the need for manual entry and ensure accuracy.
These fields include:
- The Todays date and Dynamic Todays date , which can either stay static or update dynamically each time the document is opened
- Page numbers and page count
- Creation date or last modified date
- Document metadata such as title, author, version
- Custom date fields that let you add or subtract days, months, or years from a reference date
Steps to insert Auto Fields
- Click where you want the auto field to appear.
- Go to Fields tab.
- Choose an auto field to be inserted (Date, Page Number, Page Count, Author or Document Name, etc.). For example, if you want to add the current date, click on the date field. Make sure you place the cursor in the required place in your document before inserting the auto fields.
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Field Category
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Description
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How To Insert
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Today's Date (static) |
Insert the current date |
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Dynamic Today's Date |
How to insert date that updates to the current date every time the document is opened.
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Document Created or Modified Date |
Insert the document created date
Insert the last modified date of the document
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Page Count or Page Number |
Insert the document's page count and the current page number
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Format Page Number or Count
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Document Title, Version, or Author |
Insert the document's title , document version number, or the document's author name |
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Custom Date field |
Dynamic date field that can be adjusted by adding or subtracting days, months, or years, and the date displayed in the document updates automatically based on the new calculation. Learn more |
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Your Name, Email, or Phone Number |
Insert the your name, email address, or phone number |
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Document Sequence Number |
Insert unique sequential numbers for document generated from merge
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Troubleshooting
Problem: I need date in Portuguese format like 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.
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