NOW

The NOW function in Google Sheets is used to retrieve the current date and time as a date value. This function is helpful when you need to keep track of when certain calculations or events occur.

Function Syntax and Parameters

Syntax: NOW()

Parameters: None

Step-by-Step Tutorial

To use the NOW function, simply enter =NOW() into a cell. The cell will display the current date and time. This value will update automatically whenever the spreadsheet is opened or changes are made.

Use Cases and Scenarios

The NOW function can be useful in various scenarios:

1. Timestamping: Use NOW to automatically timestamp when data is entered into a cell.
2. Project Management: Keep track of the current date and time to monitor project progress or deadlines.
3. Maintenance Scheduling: Use NOW to determine when maintenance tasks were last performed.
4. Stock Market Analysis: Timestamp stock prices to identify trends and patterns.

Related Functions

• TODAY: Returns the current date.

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