How to Use the EDATE Function to Calculate 3 Months in Excel
Learn how to quickly calculate dates in Excel using the EDATE function for accurate results.
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To calculate 3 months in Excel, use the `EDATE` function. Enter `=EDATE(start_date, 3)` where `start_date` is your starting date. This will return a date that is exactly three months later. For example, `=EDATE(A1, 3)` if cell A1 contains your start date.
FAQs & Answers
- What does the EDATE function do in Excel? The EDATE function returns the date that is a specified number of months before or after a given start date.
- How do I add months to a date in Excel? You can add months by using the EDATE function, for example, `=EDATE(start_date, number_of_months)`.
- Can I calculate 6 or 12 months using the EDATE function? Yes, simply change the number in the EDATE function to the desired number of months, like `=EDATE(start_date, 6)`.
- What formats can I use for the date in the EDATE function? You can use dates in various formats recognized by Excel, such as 'MM/DD/YYYY' or reference a cell containing a date.