SYSDATE Into Forms field

Hello,
I have what seems to be a simple/rookie question to which I can't find an answer.
I would like to insert sysdate into a form field. How is it done?
Bradley

Sajan,
Thanks for your help that works great!
Do you know off hand how display the user as well?
Thanks again,
Bradley

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