How to Calculate Actual Days in Excel Using DATEDIF

Learn how to use the DATEDIF function in Excel to calculate the number of actual days between two dates.

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To calculate actual days in Excel, use the `DATEDIF` function. For example, `=DATEDIF(start_date, end_date, "d")` will give you the total number of days between the start_date and end_date.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is the DATEDIF function in Excel? The DATEDIF function calculates the difference between two dates in days, months, or years, based on the specified unit.
  2. Can I calculate business days between two dates in Excel? Yes, you can calculate business days using the NETWORKDAYS function, which excludes weekends and specified holidays.
  3. What formats can dates be in for DATEDIF to work? The DATEDIF function works with dates formatted as serial numbers or in common date formats that Excel recognizes.
  4. Is DATEDIF available in all Excel versions? Yes, the DATEDIF function is available in all versions of Excel, but documentation is limited in some editions.

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