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The Last Modified By field automatically records the user who last edited a record. It helps track collaboration changes. Used with Last Modified Time, it shows who made the latest update and when.

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Use Cases

ScenarioGood for
Collaboration trackingSee which member last updated a record
AccountabilityFind the most recent editor when a record looks wrong
Personal reviewFilter records you recently updated
Use with Last Modified TimeSee both the last editor and last edit time

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Create and Configure

1

Choose the field type

Click the + icon on the right side of the table header, then choose Last Modified By from the field type list.
2

Name the field

Enter a field name, such as “Last editor” or “Updated by”.
3

Save the field

After the field is created, it updates to the current user when the record is edited.

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Common Uses

  • Track collaboration responsibility: If a task status changes to “Canceled”, check Last Modified By to see who made the last change.
  • Review recent work: Set a filter such as Last Modified By is current user to see records you recently handled.
  • Use with Last Modified Time: View Last Modified By and Last Modified Time together to confirm when the latest update happened and who made it.

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Notes

  • Last Modified By updates automatically when record content changes.
  • This field is read-only. Users cannot choose or edit the value by hand.
  • If you only need to record the original creator, use Created By.
Last modified on May 26, 2026