EDATE Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice
EDATE is an Excel Date & Time function. Returns a date a set number of months before or after a start date.
EDATE syntax
Arguments
start_date: The date to start counting frommonths: How many months to shift by
When to use EDATE
EDATE is used in scheduling, deadline tracking, and reporting that spans specific date ranges.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the EDATE function do in Excel?
Returns a date a set number of months before or after a start date.
What is the syntax of EDATE in Excel?
The syntax is =EDATE(start_date, months). start_date: The date to start counting from; months: How many months to shift by.
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