# DATEDIFF

The *DATEDIFF* function returns the number of days between two dates. This function is commonly used to calculate durations, intervals, and date differences in reports and planning scenarios.

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#### Note

The input dates should be in `MM/DD/YYYY` format. Node references are also accepted as arguments.
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#### Syntax

```javascript
DATEDIFF(fromDate, toDate)
```

#### Arguments

* `fromDate`: The start date of the interval.
* `toDate`: The end date of the interval.

#### Return value

Returns the number of days between the two dates.

#### Example

```javascript
DATEDIFF(Open Date, Close Date)
```

Calculates the number of days between the *Open Date* and *Close Date* fields. For example, if *Open Date* is `05/22/2026` and *Close Date* is `05/28/2026`, the function returns `6`.

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#### Excel equivalent

[DATEDIF](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/datedif-function-25dba1a4-2812-480b-84dd-8b32a451b35c)


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