WORKDAY Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice
WORKDAY is an Excel Date & Time function. Returns the date a set number of working days from a start date.
WORKDAY syntax
Arguments
start_date: The date to start counting fromdays: How many days to shift byholidays: A list of dates to exclude as holidays (optional)
When to use WORKDAY
WORKDAY is used in scheduling, deadline tracking, and reporting that spans specific date ranges.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the WORKDAY function do in Excel?
Returns the date a set number of working days from a start date.
What is the syntax of WORKDAY in Excel?
The syntax is =WORKDAY(start_date, days, [holidays]). start_date: The date to start counting from; days: How many days to shift by; holidays: A list of dates to exclude as holidays (optional).
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