# .date command

The .date command outputs the current
system date in the form month day, year.

## Syntax

```
.date
```

## Example(s)

Outputs the current date, such
as January 1, 2003.

```
.date
```

## See also

- [Output processor commands](https://d3codex.com/output-processor/output-processor-commands/)
- [Output processor overview](https://d3codex.com/output-processor/output-processor-overview/)
- [u1193 user exit](https://d3codex.com/proc/u1193-user-exit/)

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Source: https://d3codex.com/output-processor/dot-date-command/ - part of the D3Codex reference.