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today

Today’s date as a serial date number.

Syntax

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v = today

Description

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Returns the current date as an integer serial number (no time component). Updates whenever the workbook recalculates.

Example

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today    % e.g. 46140 = 28-Apr-2026

See also

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  • now — Current date and time as a serial date-time number.
  • date — Construct a date serial number from year, month, day.