NOW Google Sheet Formula

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NOW Formula Syntax

=NOW()

Example Use Case

Retrieving the current date and time that updates when the workbook recalculates

Understanding the NOW Formula

The NOW function in Excel returns the current date and time as a serial number that updates when the workbook recalculates. It's a dynamic timestamp tool for real-time tracking—like logging activity times or calculating elapsed time during a session.

NOW() returns the current date and time (e.g., 3/30/2025 10:45 AM). It takes no arguments, providing a continuously updating timestamp when calculation is set to automatic—perfect for real-time dashboards or time-sensitive calculations.

Why Use NOW?

NOW captures current moments—think time logs or duration tracking. Its automatic updating ensures time-based calculations stay current, making it essential for dashboards, timers, or any feature requiring awareness of the present moment.

Example with Sample Data

Purpose	Formula	Result
Current timestamp	=NOW()	3/30/2025 10:45:22 AM
Hours elapsed	=24*(NOW()-A1)	4.5 (if A1 was 4.5 hours ago)
Custom format	=TEXT(NOW(), "yyyy-mm-dd hh:mm:ss")	2025-03-30 10:45:22

NOW tracks the current moment: returns date and time, updates with each recalculation. It's a dynamic timestamper.