create Date fields

Date fields are used to record dates. Although you could use a Text field to store dates, only a Date field will sort dates properly, make them readily searchable, and enable you to easily use them in date-based calculations. The table below shows the names and descriptions of the Date fields you'll create for the Main layout.

Date Field Name	Description
Bond_Issue Date	Date on which the savings bond was purchased
CD_Maturation Date	Date on which the CD matures/expires
CD_Purchase Date	Date on which the CD was purchased
Last Modified	Date on which the current record was created or last modified
Stk_New Date	Date of the most recent price update for the stock
Stk_Purchase Date	Date on which the stock was purchased

Create the Date fields as you did the Text and Number fields; that is, enter a field name, select Date as the field type, and click Create.