Generate Custom Dates

Need to create a custom sequence of calendar dates for testing, scheduling, or reporting? The Generate Custom Dates Tool lets you define a start and end date, set the step interval in days, and choose your preferred output format. It’s great for generating timelines, recurring event dates, or sample datasets.

The tool updates live and lets you copy or export your results in seconds.

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How to Use:

  1. Set the Start Date and End Date using the date pickers.
  2. Choose the Step (days) to control how frequently each date occurs (e.g. every 2 days).
  3. Select a Format:
    • YYYY-MM-DD (ISO)
    • MM/DD/YYYY (US-style)
    • Jan 1, 2023 (Long format)
  4. Click Generate to display the full list of custom dates.
  5. Use Copy Output to copy results or Export to File to download them.
  6. Click Clear All to reset the tool to default values.

What Generate Custom Dates Tool can do:

  • Produces a list of sequential dates between any two points
  • Lets you step by any number of days (e.g. every 1, 5, 10 days)
  • Supports three clean output formats
  • Shows a live preview of total generated items
  • Includes export and clipboard copy options
  • Generates sample data immediately on load

Example Settings:

  • Start: 2023-01-01
  • End: 2023-01-10
  • Step: 2 days
  • Format: YYYY-MM-DD

Output:

2023-01-01
2023-01-03
2023-01-05
2023-01-07
2023-01-09

Common Use Cases:

This tool is perfect for creating time series data, generating repeating schedule points, mocking up datasets for software tests, or just building structured calendars without a spreadsheet. It saves you from having to manually enter dates or fiddle with formulas.

Useful Tools & Suggestions:

If you’re setting up specific timeframes, Generate Custom Clock Times helps you match hours and minutes to your custom dates. And when you want to see the whole span laid out, Generate a Date Sequence ties it all together.

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